Ken's Kickin' Posole

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.