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MEXICAN POZOLE | HOMINY AND CHICKEN SOUP, Quick, easy, and budget-friendly meal.

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Mexican Pozole

Cultural Context

Pozole is a traditional Mexican soup with roots tracing back to pre-Columbian times, originally made with game meat and corn. It is often served during celebrations like Mexican Independence Day and Christmas, symbolizing community and festivity. Today, variations exist across regions, with different meats and salsas, making it a beloved dish both in Mexico and beyond.

MexicanMXmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
hominy
pork
chicken
onion
garlic
chile peppers
cumin
oregano
lime
cabbage
radishes
avocado
cilantro
tortilla chips
salt
black pepper

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than pork.

hominy

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Quinoa offers protein while cornmeal is a budget-friendly alternative.

chile peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: canned green chiles

Bell peppers reduce heat and canned chiles save prep time.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon provides similar acidity, while vinegar is cost-effective.

1

In a large pot, add 6 lbs of hominy and cover with water.

2

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until hominy is tender.

3

In a separate pot, cook 5 lbs of chicken until tender, then shred.

4

Add shredded chicken to the pot with hominy.

5

Simmer to meld flavors.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringsautéingblending

Equipment Needed

large pot

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Pozole RojoPozole VerdePozole Blanco
Local Name: pozole

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