Ken's Kickin' Posole

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Ken's Kickin' Posole
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 12, 2023

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound pork, cubed
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 ounces) hominy, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (4 ounces) diced jalapeños
  • 4 cups chicken stock

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the pork and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add the tomatoes, hominy, jalapeños and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

  • Posole is a traditional Mexican soup made from pork, hominy and spices.
  • It is often served during holidays and celebrations in Mexico.
  • The jalapeños give this soup a nice kick of heat.