Pozole Rojo
Experience the warmth and richness of Pozole Rojo, a traditional Mexican soup that features tender pork, hominy, and a vibrant red broth made from guajillo chiles. Each spoonful is bursting with flavor and nostalgia, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Garnished with fresh cilantro and lime, this dish is sure to impress your guests and transport you to festive celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork shoulder, cubed
- 1 can (15 oz) hominy, drained
- 4 guajillo chiles, toasted
- 4 cloves garlic, whole
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 limes, juiced
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Toast the guajillo chiles in a dry skillet for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until soft.
- Add the cubed pork shoulder and enough water or broth to cover it. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 1.5 hours until tender.
- Blend the toasted chiles with some cooking liquid until smooth.
- Stir in the hominy and blended chile sauce into the pot; cook for another 30 minutes.
- Season with lime juice and salt before serving. Top with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider including sliced radishes or shredded cabbage as toppings. Substitute pork with chicken or jackfruit for a different protein option.