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Best Easy Pozole para Posada Recipe

Name: Best Easy Pozole para Posada Recipe
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 350 g
Ingredients: pork shoulder 2.5 lbs; white hominy (canned, drained) 2 cups; onion 1 large; garlic cloves 6 cloves; dried guajillo chiles 4 pieces; radishes 6 pieces; green cabbage 2 cups; lime 2 pieces; dried oregano 2 tsp; bay leaves 2 pieces; salt 2.5 tsp; black pepper 0.5 tsp

Pozole served at posada gatherings warms guests during the Christmas celebration season. This high protein, family tradition dish is a fresh, hearty, festive soup for holiday nights.

Cook 140 min Difficulty NORMAL 315 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

pork shoulder 2.5 lbs
white hominy (canned, drained) 2 cups
onion 1 large
garlic cloves 6 cloves
dried guajillo chiles 4 pieces
radishes 6 pieces
green cabbage 2 cups
lime 2 pieces

Seasonings/Sauce

dried oregano 2 tsp
bay leaves 2 pieces
salt 2.5 tsp
black pepper 0.5 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 28 g 36%

Protein 24 g 31%

Fat 10 g 28%

Serving size 350g

Cooking steps

1

Cube the pork shoulder into large pieces. In a large pot over medium-high heat, add pork, 1 chopped onion, half of the garlic cloves, bay leaves, and cover with water (about 12 cups). Bring to a simmer, skimming off any foam.
2

Reduce the heat to low and gently simmer the pork uncovered for 1.5–2 hours until tender, occasionally removing excess fat from the surface.
3

While pork simmers, toast dried guajillo chiles in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes, pressing with a spatula, until fragrant but not burnt. Remove stems and seeds, then soak chiles in 1 cup hot water for 15 minutes.
4

Blend soaked chiles with the remaining garlic cloves, 1/2 cup of the simmering pork broth, and oregano until smooth. Strain if desired. Add chile mixture and hominy to the pot, stirring carefully to combine. Season with salt and black pepper.
5

Simmer everything together uncovered over low heat for 30–45 more minutes, adjusting salt to taste. Before serving, slice radishes, shred green cabbage, and cut limes for garnish. Ladle pozole into bowls and serve topped with radish, cabbage, and lime wedges.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The star ingredient in this Pozole para Posada is pork shoulder, which brings the signature richness and savory flavor to the soup. Combined with white hominy for texture and hearty body, these two elements define authentic pozole's traditional taste.

Q. How do I control the heat for best flavor and tenderness?

Maintain a gentle simmer during both the pork cooking and chile-infusing stages. Start with a medium-high heat to bring to a boil, then reduce to low for a slow simmer—this ensures the pork becomes tender without drying out and allows flavors to fully develop.

Q. How can I keep the pork juicy and avoid overcooking?

Avoid rapid boiling, as it may toughen the pork. Instead, cook the pork shoulder at a steady low simmer, removing it promptly when fork-tender and not allowing it to dry out during the final 30–45 minute cook with the hominy and chiles.

Q. How many calories and protein are in each serving?

Each serving of this pozole contains approximately 315 kcal and provides about 24g of protein. The protein-to-carb ratio is balanced, making it a filling, nutritious choice for festive gatherings.

Best Easy Pozole para Posada Recipe

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