Pozole Estilo Jalisco Recipe
Introduction
Pozole is a traditional Mexican soup that is served during special occasions such as birthdays, national holidays and family gatherings. The soup is made with hominy, a type of corn that has been treated with an alkali solution to remove the hull and germ. This process makes the corn easier to digest and increases its nutritional value. The hominy is then cooked with meat, chili peppers, garlic, onions, and other spices to create a flavorful and hearty soup.Ingredient
For the Soup:
- 2 pounds of pork shoulder or butt
- 1 can (29 ounces) of hominy, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 dried chili peppers (guajillo or ancho)
- 1 tablespoon of dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon of cumin
- 6 cups of chicken or pork broth
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnishes:
- Thinly sliced radishes
- Chopped cilantro
- Thinly sliced cabbage
- Chopped onion
- Lime wedges
- Crushed dried chili peppers
- Tostadas or tortillas chips
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Meat
Cut the pork shoulder or butt into small cubes and season with salt and pepper. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the pork from the pot and set it aside.Step 2: Prepare the Chili Peppers
Remove the stems and seeds from the dried chili peppers and soak them in hot water for about 10 minutes. Drain the peppers and transfer them to a blender. Add 1 cup of chicken or pork broth and blend until smooth.Step 3: Cook the Soup
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the same pot you used to cook the pork. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the chili pepper sauce, oregano, cumin, bay leaf, and 5 cups of chicken or pork broth. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes.Step 4: Add the Hominy and Pork
Add the drained hominy and the browned pork to the pot. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes, or until the pork is tender and the flavors have melded together. Remove the bay leaf and discard it.Step 5: Serve the Soup
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced radishes, chopped cilantro, thinly sliced cabbage, chopped onion, lime wedges, and crushed dried chili peppers. Serve with tostadas or tortilla chips on the side.Nutrition
This recipe makes about 8 servings. Each serving contains approximately:- Calories: 400
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 760mg