Best 4 Easy Pork Posole Recipes

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Pork posole is a traditional Mexican soup or stew made with hominy, pork, and a variety of spices and vegetables. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. This easy pork posole recipe uses simple ingredients and can be made in under an hour. We also have a vegetarian posole recipe for those who prefer a meatless option. In addition, we have a recipe for hominy from scratch, for those who want to make their own hominy. So whether you're looking for a traditional pork posole recipe, a vegetarian posole recipe, or a recipe for hominy from scratch, we have you covered.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY PORK POSOLE



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Looking for a meal in a bowl? Sit down to a Mexican classic full of cubed pork, sliced sausage, hominy and more. It all goes into the slow cooker, so you can come home at night to a table-ready dinner. -Greg Fontenot, The Woodlands, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 pound boneless pork shoulder butt roast, cubed
1/2 pound fully cooked andouille sausage links, sliced
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 can (16 ounces) hominy, rinsed and drained
1 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 medium onion, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Optional: Corn tortillas, additional chopped onion, minced fresh cilantro and lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown pork and sausage; drain. Transfer to a 4-qt. slow cooker., Stir in broth, tomatoes, hominy, cilantro, onion, green onions, jalapeno, garlic, chili powder, cumin, cayenne and pepper. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender. If desired, serve with tortillas, additional onion, cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 957mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

EASY PORK POSOLE



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Traditionally a long-simmered stew, this Mexican-inspired stew is quick and easy, thanks to canned hominy. Searing the pork loin in the pot before making the stew gives you a great base of flavors so the stew seems as if it indeed simmered all afternoon. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with warm tortillas on the side. Yum, yum, yum.

Provided by TJ Lombard

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound pork loin, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 onion, diced
2 tablespoons water
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 serrano peppers, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 cups water
2 cups chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
¼ cup cornmeal
2 (15 ounce) cans hominy, drained
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Season pork with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir pork in hot oil until browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer pork to a plate and return pot to heat.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook and stir onion and 2 tablespoons water in hot pot until water has evaporated and onion is soft and golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic, serrano peppers, cumin, and coriander; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir 2 cups water, chicken broth, and tomatoes into onion mixture. Whisk in cornmeal and bring to a simmer over high heat, stirring often; add hominy, pork, salt, and pepper to taste. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft and hominy mixture thickens, about 30 minutes. Stir in cilantro and lime juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 748.3 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

PRESSURE-COOKER EASY PORK POSOLE



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Looking for a meal in a bowl? Sit down to a Mexican classic full of cubed pork, sliced sausage. hominy and more. It all goes into the pressure cooker, so you can come home at night and dinner is ready in a flash. -Greg Fontenot, The Woodlands, TX

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 pound boneless pork shoulder butt roast, cubed
1/2 pound fully cooked andouille sausage links, sliced
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 can (15 ounces) hominy, rinsed and drained
1 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 medium onion, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
Optional ingredients: corn tortillas, chopped onion, minced fresh cilantro and lime wedges

Steps:

  • Select saute setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker and adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, cook and stir cubed pork and sausage until browned; drain. Return all to pressure cooker. Press cancel., Add next 12 ingredients. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 10 minutes. Allow pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure. If desired, serve with tortillas, onion, cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 954mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

EASY POSOLE (PORK AND HOMINY STEW)



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Posole is classic New Mexican "comfort food" that utilizes lots of flavorful, robust ingredients used in New Mexican, Tex-Mex and U.S. Southwestern cuisines. If I can't find dried red chiles at my local market, I will used fresh chilies and heat them in my cast-iron skillet until red and external skin is slightly blistering, and...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Other Soups

Time 2h50m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/2 lb pork shoulder, cut into bite-size pieces
1 Tbsp cooking oil
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
1 large onion
3 clove garlic, minced
2 large jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced
1 to 2 oz dried red new mexico chiles, seeded and diced
3 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp mexican oregano
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 c medium green salsa
2 (15-oz) can(s) white hominy, rinsed and drained
1 qt pork stock or chicken stock, to cover
lime wedges, for optional garnish
fresh chopped cilantro, for optional garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pork and cook, turning frequently for even cooking, for 10 minutes or until evenly browned on all sides; set aside. Reserve pan juices for later step.
  • 2. In a separate skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, jalapenos, New Mexico chiles, cumin, oregano and pepper, and sauté until vegetables are soft, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • 3. STOVE-TOP METHOD: Add sautéed vegetables, browned pork, pan juices (from cooking pork) to a large heavy stockpot or Dutch Oven. Add salsa, drained hominy and stock, and stir well. Bring the stew to a brisk boil, then lower heat to a simmer, cover pot and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 2 hours or until flavors are well combined and pork is tender and thoroughly cooked. OR SLOW COOKER METHOD: Add sautéed vegetables, browned pork, pan juices (from cooking pork) to a a slow cooker. Add salsa, drained hominy and stock, and stir well. Cover slow cooker and set on LOW for 7 hours or HIGH for 3 1/2 hours.
  • 4. Garnish with lime wedges and cilantro, and serve.

Tips:

  • Soak the hominy overnight or for at least 6 hours before cooking. This will help to reduce the cooking time and improve the texture.
  • Use a variety of chiles to add flavor and heat to the posole. Some good options include ancho, guajillo, and pasilla chiles.
  • Season the posole to taste with salt, pepper, and cumin. You can also add other spices, such as oregano or chili powder, to taste.
  • Serve the posole with a variety of toppings, such as shredded chicken or pork, avocado, sour cream, and cilantro.
  • Posole is a great dish to make ahead of time. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

Pork posole is a delicious and hearty Mexican soup that is perfect for a cold day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. So next time you are looking for a warm and comforting soup, give pork posole a try!

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