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Pozole Rojo de Cerdo
180 mintime
Harddifficulty
6Servings
—Rating
Nutrition facts
450 kcalCalories
35 gProtein
30 gCarbs
20 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Pozole Rojo de Cerdo

Traditional dish · Mexican

A traditional and hearty red pozole made with tender pork, hominy, and a rich chili-based broth, garnished with fresh toppings.

Ingredients

Servings6
  • Pork shoulder2 lbs
  • Dried Guajillo chilies6
  • Dried Ancho chilies2
  • Garlic cloves4
  • White onion1/2
  • Canned hominy2 (15 oz) cans
  • Chicken broth6 cups
  • Oregano1 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste
  • Shredded lettucefor garnish
  • Sliced radishesfor garnish
  • Diced white onionfor garnish
  • Lime wedgesfor garnish
  • Dried Mexican oregano1 tsp

Steps

  1. 1

    Roast the guajillo and ancho chilies until fragrant. Remove stems and seeds.

  2. 2

    Soak the roasted chilies in hot water for 15-20 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Blend the soaked chilies with garlic, half onion, and a little soaking liquid until smooth.

  4. 4

    Cut pork shoulder into large chunks. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    In a large pot, combine pork, chicken broth, and the chili puree. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5-2 hours, or until pork is tender.

  6. 6

    Remove pork from the pot, shred it, and return it to the pot.

  7. 7

    Add drained and rinsed hominy and dried Mexican oregano to the pot. Simmer for another 30 minutes.

  8. 8

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  9. 9

    Serve hot, garnished with shredded lettuce, radishes, diced onion, and lime wedges.

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