Pozole Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Pozole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soups & Stews
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 lbs boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 inch pieces; 2 medium zucchini, cut into 3/4 inch slices; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 cups water; 2 2/3 cups condensed chicken broth; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried marjoram; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional); 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 (16 ounce) can hominy, drained and rinsed; grated monterey jack cheese; chopped pickled jalapeno pepper; sliced black olives

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 lbs boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 medium zucchini, cut into 3/4 inch slices
1 medium onion, chopped
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups water
2 2/3 cups condensed chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons dried marjoram
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 (16 ounce) can hominy, drained and rinsed
grated monterey jack cheese
chopped pickled jalapeno pepper
sliced black olives

1
In a big non-stick skillet, heat the oil.
2
Cook the pork, turning occasionally, until lightly browned on all sides (do in batches if necessary).
3
Transfer pork with a slotted spoon to a 4 quart slow-cooker.
4
Add zucchini, onion, and jalapeno to the skillet (add more oil in necessary).
5
Saute about 5 minutes or until the onion is softened.
6
Add in the garlic, cook and stir for 1 minute.
7
Transfer vegetables to slow cooker; add in water, chicken broth, marjoram, oregano, salt, and pepper to slow cooker; stir to combine.
8
Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours.
9
Add in hominy and cook 10 minutes or until well heated.
10
Ladle into individual bowls; garnish with cheese, peppers, and olives.

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 lbs boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 inch pieces, 2 medium zucchini, cut into 3/4 inch slices, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Pozole 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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