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Classic Mexican Pozole

Classic Mexican Pozole
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Classic Mexican Pozole is a hearty, comforting soup featuring tender pork, chewy hominy, and a rich, spiced broth infused with traditional Mexican flavors. This festive and soulful dish is perfect for gatherings and celebrations, delivering warmth and authenticity with every bowl.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups dried hominy (soaked overnight) or 2 cans hominy, rinsed
  • 3 lbs pork shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 1 large onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 4 dried guajillo chiles, seeded
  • 3 dried ancho chiles, seeded
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Garnishes

  • Shredded cabbage
  • Thinly sliced radishes
  • Fresh lime wedges
  • Chopped onions
  • Chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Hominy: Begin by soaking dried hominy overnight or rinsing canned hominy thoroughly. This ensures the kernels soften properly and provide the chewy texture classic to pozole.
  2. Cook the Pork: Cut pork shoulder into chunks and simmer gently with onion, garlic, and a pinch of salt until tender enough to shred easily, creating a savory broth base.
  3. Prepare the Chile Sauce: Lightly toast the dried guajillo and ancho chiles, then soak them in hot water until softened. Blend the chiles with garlic, onion, oregano, cumin, and a pinch of salt and pepper into a smooth, flavorful sauce.
  4. Combine and Simmer: Add the chile sauce, shredded pork, and hominy to the cooking pot. Let everything simmer together for flavors to meld and the broth to thicken.
  5. Season and Adjust: Taste the pozole and season with additional salt, pepper, or spices as desired. Allow the stew to rest briefly before serving to deepen the flavors.

Notes

  • Simmer pork slowly to ensure maximum tenderness.
  • Toast dried chiles lightly before soaking to release essential oils and boost flavor.
  • Strain the blended chile sauce for a smooth, grit-free broth.
  • Use generous fresh garnishes like shredded cabbage, radishes, and lime to add crunch and brightness.
  • Pozole tastes even better reheated, making it ideal for make-ahead meals or parties.

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Keywords: Classic Mexican Pozole, Pork Pozole, Hominy Soup, Mexican Soup, Traditional Pozole, Authentic Pozole Recipe

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