Simpler Posole, Navajo (Hominy Pork Stew) Recipe

Name: Simpler Posole, Navajo (Hominy Pork Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 8 cups hominy or 3 lbs frozen hominy; 1/2 cup mild fresh green chilies, roasted, peeled and chopped or 1/2 cup canned chile; 1 -3 fresh or canned jalapeno, peeled, seeded, and chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 onion, chopped; 1 tomatoes, seeded, and chopped (1 cup) or (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 -3 lbs boneless pork roast; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (coriander leaves); salt

Servings: persons

1
Rinse posole in cold water until water runs clear.Soak for several hours or overnight in cold water.
2
Place posole with water to cover in large heavy covered pot or Dutch oven and bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer covered, till posole pops, about 1 hour. If using canned hominy or frozen hominy ,omit these steps.
3
Roast the peppers(if fresh)in a paper bag in a 400 degree oven for about 10 minutes, remove, cool and slip skins off easily,chop.
4
Add everything but herbs and salt to Dutch Oven or crockpot and simmer 4 hours or set crockpot on high 4 hours.
5
Remove meat, shred, return to pot, add herbs and salt to taste.
6
Simmer, covered, 1 more hour.
7
Serve as stew or do as we do and spoon on to tortilias and roll up folding one end under burrito style.

220

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Carbs

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 8 cups hominy or 3 lbs frozen hominy, 1/2 cup mild fresh green chilies, roasted, peeled and chopped or 1/2 cup canned chile, 1 -3 fresh or canned jalapeno, peeled, seeded, and chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Simpler Posole, Navajo (Hominy Pork Stew) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Simpler Posole, Navajo (Hominy Pork Stew)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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