Authentic Pozole Rojo with Pork and Hominy

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A traditional Mexican stew featuring tender pork simmered in a rich, smoky red chili broth with hominy, served with fresh garnishes for a deeply flavorful meal. This Mexican-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 120 minutes, pairs Pork shoulder, Dried white hominy, Dried guajillo chiles for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 90 min Serves 6 Mexican cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Soak 1 cup dried white hominy in water overnight. In a blender, combine 3 dried guajillo chiles, 2 dried ancho chiles, 1 quartered onion, and 3 garlic cloves with 1/4 cup water; blend until smooth.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the blended chili mixture and cook for 5 minutes until fragrant and slightly thickened.
  3. Step 3: Add 1.5 lbs cubed pork shoulder and cook for 3 minutes, stirring to sear evenly.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 4 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp dried oregano, and 1 bay leaf. Bring to a simmer, then add the soaked hominy.
  5. Step 5: Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours until pork is tender. Discard bay leaf, stir in 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, and serve garnished with 1/2 cup diced radishes and 1/4 cup radish sprouts.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Authentic Pozole Rojo with Pork and Hominy take to make?

Total time is about 120 minutes (30 min prep + 90 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Authentic Pozole Rojo with Pork and Hominy?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Pozole Rojo with Pork and Hominy?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Authentic Pozole Rojo with Pork and Hominy for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Authentic Pozole Rojo with Pork and Hominy?

Mexican soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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