Tradicional Pozole Rojo de Cerdo | Kiwilimón

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are generally less expensive and can be more flavorful.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: fresh jalapeños

💰Cheaper: dried chili flakes

Dried chili flakes are often cheaper and can be used to adjust spice levels.

In a large pot, add sufficient water and bring to a boil.

Add the 1 kilo of maíz pozolero and cook until tender.

In another pot, combine the 1/2 kilo of espinazo de cerdo and 1/2 kilo of pierna de cerdo with the 1 cebolla en cuartos, 1 cabeza de ajo en mitades, 3 hojas de laurel, and salt to taste. Cover with water and simmer until the meat is tender.

Once the meat is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it.

In a blender, combine the 5 chiles guajillos, 5 chiles anchos, 4 pimienta gorda, 3 clavos, 1/2 cebolla, 2 dientes de ajo, and 1 cucharada de orégano with 1 1/2 tazas of water to make a sauce.

Heat 2 tablespoons of aceite vegetal in a pan and pour in the sauce, cooking for a few minutes.

Add the shredded meat and the cooked maíz pozolero to the sauce, mixing well and adjusting salt as needed.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary