Spicy and comforting Red Chile Pozole recipe

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Spicy and comforting Red Chile Pozole recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
90 mins
Total Time:
110mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 17, 2024

This traditional Mexican soup features tender pork, hearty hominy, and a rich red chile broth. Perfect for a cozy night in or a festive gathering, this Red Chile Pozole will surely satisfy your cravings for a spicy and savory dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cans hominy, drained and rinsed
  • 3 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded
  • 3 dried New Mexico chiles, stemmed and seeded
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Garnishes: shredded cabbage, sliced radishes, chopped cilantro, lime wedges, sliced avocado

Directions

  1. In a large pot, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork cubes and brown on all sides.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
  3. In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Remove from heat and add the dried chiles. Let them soak for 15 minutes, then blend them until smooth.
  4. Pour the chile mixture into the pot with the pork. Add chicken broth, hominy, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1 hour or until the pork is tender.
  5. Adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with garnishes of your choice.
  6. Enjoy your Red Chile Pozole!

Interesting Facts

  • Pozole is a traditional Mexican soup that is commonly enjoyed during special celebrations like Dia de los Muertos.
  • The red chile used in this recipe adds a depth of flavor and a beautiful red hue to the broth.
  • Hominy, a type of corn kernel that has been dried and treated, is a key ingredient in pozole.