Posole Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Posole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 pounds pork shoulder; Essence, recipe follows; 2 cups chopped onions; 2 cups peeled, seeded, and chopped plum tomatoes; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes; Pinch of cumin; 4 quarts pork stock; 2 pound fresh hominy; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; Salt and pepper; 1/2 cup chiffonade green leaf lettuce; 1/4 cup julienned radish; 1/2 cup julienned onions; 1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese; 1/4 cup chiffonade fresh cilantro; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 pounds pork shoulder
Essence, recipe follows
2 cups chopped onions
2 cups peeled, seeded, and chopped plum tomatoes
2 tablespoons minced garlic
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Pinch of cumin
4 quarts pork stock
2 pound fresh hominy
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup chiffonade green leaf lettuce
1/4 cup julienned radish
1/2 cup julienned onions
1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup chiffonade fresh cilantro
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

1
In a large sauce pan, heat the olive oil.
2
Season the pork with Essence.
3
When the oil is hot, sear the meat for about 2 minutes on each side.
4
Add the onions and continue cooking for 2 minutes.
5
Stir in the tomatoes, and garlic.
6
Season the mixture with crushed red pepper and cumin.
7
Stir in the stock and bring up to boil.
8
Season the liquid with salt and pepper.
9
Reduce the stock to a simmer and cook for about 30 minutes.
10
Add the hominy and cook for 30 minutes or until the meat is tender, registers at 160 degrees on a meat thermometer, and the stew thickens.
11
Stir in the cilantro.
12
Spoon the soup into individual bowls and garnish each soup with the lettuce, radish, onions, cheese and chiffonade of cilantro.
13
Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

1382

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

133

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 4 pounds pork shoulder, Essence, recipe follows, 2 cups chopped onions, and more.

Yes, Posole falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Posole

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