Vegetarian Posole Stew Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Posole Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (8 ounce) cans hominy; 6 quarts water; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 onion; 2 garlic cloves; 1 (8 ounce) can kidney beans; 1 (8 ounce) can black beans; 1 (8 ounce) can cannellini beans; 2 zucchini; 2 yellow squash; 4 tomatoes; 4 dried red chilies; 2 bay leaves; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 teaspoon saffron; 2 teaspoons fresh oregano; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme; 1 ½ teaspoons salt

Servings: persons

4 (8 ounce) cans hominy
6 quarts water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion
2 garlic cloves
1 (8 ounce) can kidney beans
1 (8 ounce) can black beans
1 (8 ounce) can cannellini beans
2 zucchini
2 yellow squash
4 tomatoes
4 dried red chilies
2 bay leaves
4 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon saffron
2 teaspoons fresh oregano
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 ½ teaspoons salt

1
Seed, destemm and tear dried Red Chile Pods into 12 pieces.
2
Drain the beans, chop onion, mince garlic, dice tomatoes and finely chop the organo and thyme.
3
Heat oil in 6-quart pot over medium-high heat, and saute onion until clear, about 7 minutes.
4
Cut Zucchini and Yellow Squash in half lengthwise and into thin slices crosswise.
5
Add garlic, beans, zucchini, yellow squash and tomatoes, and saute 3 minutes more.
6
Add hominy/posole, red chile pods, bay leaves, vegetable broth and azafran.
7
Bring to a boil, and reduce heat to low, cooking 30 minutes.
8
Add oregano, thyme and salt, and continue cooking 30 minutes more, adding more water if needed.
9
Serve hot in large soup bowls with warm bread.
10
You may also consider adding cubed firm tofu in the end when it is simmering for those who want a denser protein.
11
And for those who must have a meat you may add shredded chicken or pork to this of course it is no longer vegetarian but it will soothe those craving some sort of meat.

329

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Protein

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* 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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (8 ounce) cans hominy, 6 quarts water, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 onion, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Posole 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!

Vegetarian Posole Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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