Hominy, Tomato, and Chili Soup Recipe

Name: Hominy, Tomato, and Chili Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup finely chopped white onion; 1 large fresh Anaheim chili,* stemmed, seeded, chopped (about 1/2 cup); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 dried New Mexico chili,** stemmed, seeded, torn into small pieces; 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano; 4 cups low-salt chicken broth; 1 14- to 15-ounce can golden hominy, drained; 1 14- to 15-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice; 1/3 cup finely crushed tostadas caseras or corn chips; 1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped white onion
1 large fresh Anaheim chili,* stemmed, seeded, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 dried New Mexico chili,** stemmed, seeded, torn into small pieces
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
4 cups low-salt chicken broth
1 14- to 15-ounce can golden hominy, drained
1 14- to 15-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
1/3 cup finely crushed tostadas caseras or corn chips
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

1
Toast cumin seeds in heavy small saucepan over medium heat until beginning to darken in color, stirring often, about 3 minutes.
2
Cool 10 minutes.
3
Enclose in plastic bag and crush with hammer or mallet.
4
Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat.
5
Add onion, Anaheim chili, and garlic.
6
Saute until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
7
Add New Mexico chili, oregano, and cumin seeds.
8
Stir 2 minutes longer.
9
Add broth, hominy, tomatoes with juices, and tostadas caseras.
10
Bring soup to boil; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until dried chili is very soft and flavors blend, about 45 minutes.
11
Season soup with salt and pepper, then lime juice to taste.
12
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
13
Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled.
14
Rewarm soup before serving.)
15
Ladle soup into bowls.
16
*Also known as a California chili; available at Latin American markets and many supermarkets.
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**Available at Latin American markets and some supermarkets.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 cup finely chopped white onion, 1 large fresh Anaheim chili,* stemmed, seeded, chopped (about 1/2 cup), and more.

Yes, Hominy, Tomato, and Chili Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Hominy, Tomato, and Chili Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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