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Pozole Soup

Cultural Context

Pozole is a traditional Mexican soup with roots dating back to the Aztecs, where it was often served during celebrations and special occasions. The dish showcases the rich flavors of hominy and meat, typically pork or chicken, and is garnished with fresh vegetables and lime. Today, pozole is enjoyed across Mexico and has gained popularity worldwide, with variations like pozole blanco and pozole verde.

MexicanMXmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
pork shoulder
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
1.5 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
1 small bay leaf
salt
peppercorns
3 ancho chiles
4 guajillo chiles
2 cups broth from pork

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken breast reduces fat content while still providing protein.

hominy

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: canned corn

Quinoa is a healthier grain alternative, while canned corn is more budget-friendly.

1

Add pork shoulder to water to make broth.

2

Add 3 cloves of garlic and 1 medium onion to the pot.

3

Add 1.5 teaspoons of oregano, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 small bay leaf, salt, and peppercorns to the broth.

4

Simmer the broth for about 1 hour after it comes to a boil.

5

Prepare ancho and guajillo chiles by removing stems and seeds, then boil them in water until soft.

6

Blend the softened chiles with about 2 cups of the pork broth.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringshredding

Equipment Needed

potblender

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

PozolePozole RojoMexican Hominy Soup
Local Name: Pozole

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