Name: Slow Cooker Posole: A Flavorful and Easy-to-Make Mexican Stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 360 min
Total time: 380 min
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into chunks; 2 cans (15 oz) hominy, drained and rinsed; 1 onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp cumin; 1 tsp oregano; 1 tsp chili powder; 4 cups chicken broth; Salt and pepper to taste; Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, sliced radishes, lime wedges, shredded cabbage

Slow Cooker Posole: A Flavorful and Easy-to-Make Mexican Stew

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This Slow Cooker Posole recipe is a traditional Mexican stew that will warm you up from the inside out. Made with tender pork, hominy, and a flavorful blend of spices, this dish is perfect for a cozy night in. Let your slow cooker do all the work for you and enjoy a delicious and comforting meal with minimal effort.

Ingredients

2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into chunks
2 cans (15 oz) hominy, drained and rinsed
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp cumin
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp chili powder
4 cups chicken broth
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, sliced radishes, lime wedges, shredded cabbage

Directions

Place the pork, hominy, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, chili powder, and chicken broth in the slow cooker.
Season with salt and pepper, cover, and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.
Once the pork is tender, shred it with a fork and return it to the slow cooker.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings.

Interesting Facts

Posole is a traditional Mexican dish that is often served during holidays and celebrations.

Hominy is dried corn kernels that have been soaked in an alkaline solution to remove the hulls. It has a distinct chewy texture and mild flavor.

The slow cooker method allows the flavors to meld together slowly, resulting in a rich and hearty stew.