Pozole Rojo (Authentic Mexican Pozole) Recipe

Name: Pozole Rojo (Authentic Mexican Pozole)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4-1/2 pounds Pork Butt Roast, Cut Into Pieces; 8 cloves Garlic, Divided; 2 teaspoons Salt; 1 gallon Water; 6 Guajillo Chilies; 4 Ancho Chilies; 1/4 White Onion; 1-1/2 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 2 cans (25 Oz. Size) Hominy, Drained; Cabbage, Radishes, Lime Juice, Corn Tortillas, For Garnish

Servings: persons

4-1/2 pounds Pork Butt Roast, Cut Into Pieces
8 cloves Garlic, Divided
2 teaspoons Salt
1 gallon Water
6 Guajillo Chilies
4 Ancho Chilies
1/4 White Onion
1-1/2 Tablespoon Olive Oil
2 cans (25 Oz. Size) Hominy, Drained
Cabbage, Radishes, Lime Juice, Corn Tortillas, For Garnish

1
Bring pork, 5 cloves of garlic, salt and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until pork is done, about 2 hours. Remove meat from pot and let cool. When cool, shred into smaller pieces.
2
When broth has cooled, strain and reserve.
3
Toast chilies on a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds. Transfer chilies to a pot with 2 cups of hot water. Let chiles soak for about 10-15 minutes.
4
Transfer chilies and water, remaining 3 garlic cloves and the white onion to a blender. Blend for a minute or two.
5
Heat olive oil in pot over medium heat. When hot, add blended chile sauce through a mesh strainer.
6
Fry sauce for a few minutes then add strained broth. Stir well.
7
Add hominy. Simmer for an additional 20 minutes. Turn heat off and add in pork pieces. Season with additional salt if desired.
8
Serve and garnish.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4-1/2 pounds Pork Butt Roast, Cut Into Pieces, 8 cloves Garlic, Divided, 2 teaspoons Salt, 1 gallon Water, and more.

Yes, Pozole Rojo (Authentic Mexican 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.

Pozole Rojo (Authentic Mexican Pozole)

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