Pozole verde con hongos, a traditional Mexican soup, is a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors. The rich, earthy broth, made with roasted tomatillos, poblano peppers, and serrano peppers, is balanced by the tender pork and complemented by the meaty mushrooms. The hominy adds a delightful chewiness, while the shredded cabbage and radishes bring a refreshing crunch. This hearty and flavorful soup is a celebration of Mexican cuisine, perfect for a special occasion or a comforting weeknight meal.
The article features two variations of pozole verde con hongos: a classic recipe and a vegan version. The classic recipe uses pork shoulder as the main protein, while the vegan version swaps it for oyster mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms. Both recipes include detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure a delicious and authentic pozole verde con hongos.
In addition to the two main recipes, the article also includes a section on pozole verde toppings. From classic garnishes like lime wedges, cilantro, and radishes to more adventurous options like avocado, pumpkin seeds, and crema Mexicana, there are plenty of ways to customize your pozole verde con hongos to your liking.
Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out, this article has everything you need to make a delicious and authentic pozole verde con hongos. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!
POZOLE VERDE RECIPE
If you love pozole, the authentic Mexican recipe, then you should try this amazing, delicious and easy recipe.
Provided by Maricruz
Categories main dish
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Place hominy into a large pot. Add chicken, garlic, onion, and salt. Cover with water.
- Cook for 1 hour. Remove onion and garlic from the pot and discard. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Place tomatillo salsa in a blender. Add onion, serrano chili, roasted poblano, cilantro, radish leaves, pepitas, and garlic.
- Pour 2 cups of water and blend until you'll have a smooth sauce.
- Add the green sauce to the pot with hominy and allow to simmer for 20 minutes. Adjust with salt and turn off the heat.
- Shred the chicken and place it in a bowl (read note 2).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 87 mg, Sodium 828 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving
POZOLE VERDE WITH SHRIMP
Pozole comes in the three colors of the Mexican flag: green, white and red. Pozole blanco is known for its rich pork broth. As a rule of thumb, blanco is for pozole purists. Pozole rojo is known for its beautiful crimson, chile-forward flavors, and it's the signature traditional pozole for a reason. But I think pozole verde takes the cake with its complex broth made with pumpkin seeds, cilantro and tomatillo. This green variation tastes like it was cooking for hours and hours but comes together in just about an hour. Pozole verde hails from the state of Guerrero located in Mexico's Pacific coast. It is traditionally served with pork and topped with chunks of chicharrón. In this version, I use shrimp instead of pork for a lighter summer version of the dish. The plump shrimp shines against the backdrop of the rich nutty broth, the brightness from the tomatillos and herbs and the mellow heat from the fresh serrano chile.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Fill a large stockpot with 6 cups of water and bring to a boil. Add the hominy, bay leaves and 1 teaspoon salt and lower the heat to a simmer. Cook until the hominy is tender and slightly puffed, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add the sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, tortillas and 2 cups water to a blender and puree until smooth.
- When the hominy are puffed, add the pumpkin seed mixture to the stockpot and stir to combine. Simmer on low as you prepare the salsa verde.
- To make the salsa verde, add the tomatillos, cilantro, garlic, serrano, yellow onion and 1 cup water to the same blender and puree until smooth. You may need to do this in batches depending on the size of your blender.
- Add the oil to a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot and shimmering, carefully add the salsa verde and cinnamon stick. Partially cover the skillet with a lid until the salsa stops splattering and starts to simmer slowly. Uncover the skillet and continue to cook until the salsa is dark green and starts to thicken, about 15 minutes.
- Transfer the salsa verde and cinnamon to the stockpot with the hominy mixture and continue to simmer to allow the flavors to meld, 15 to 20 minutes. You may notice that the mixture separates just a bit, but it will come together as it simmers. Taste and season with salt, about 1 tablespoon. Using a slotted spoon, remove the cinnamon stick and bay leaves. The broth should have a slightly thickened consistency, like heavy cream. If it's too thin, cook for 5 to 10 minutes more. If it's too thick, add 1/2 cup water.
- Slice the shrimp in half crosswise and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Remove the stockpot from the heat and immediately add the shrimp to the stockpot. The shrimp will cook with the carryover heat, turning pink and being fully cooked in 3 to 5 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, scoop some of the hominy and shrimp mixture into deep bowls, about 1 cup per serving. Ladle some of the verde broth into each bowl and garnish with radishes, red onion, avocado, cabbage and a pinch of dried oregano. Serve with tostadas and lime wedges.
POZOLE VERDE CON POLLO
In Mexico, dishes can be interpreted in so many different ways depending on your sazón (personal taste), what part of the country you live in and what fruits and vegetables grow there. Pozole verde is a dish that I have always loved, and anywhere I travel in Mexico, I need to try it.
Provided by Rick Martinez
Categories main-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat the bacon fat in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the poblanos, jalapeños, scallion whites, pepitas, garlic, cumin, coriander, allspice and salt. (Use 3 tablespoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt or 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Morton kosher salt.) Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are just tender, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatillos and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften and begin to brown, 5 to 6 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Working in batches, transfer some of the vegetable mixture to a blender, add some of the chicken broth and puree. Transfer the pureed mixture to a large bowl and continue until all the vegetables and broth have been blended. Return the pureed mixture to the pot and add the hominy. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium low, cover and simmer until the flavors come together, about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the cilantro, scallion greens and 2 cups water in the blender (you don't need to rinse it out!). Puree until completely smooth.
- Add the chicken and cilantro puree to the stew, remove from the heat and stir. Let sit until the chicken is heated through. Serve the pozole with the onion, radishes, avocado, chicharrones, oregano and lime wedges.
POZOLE VERDE DE HONGO
This dish was inspired by the traditional indigenous practices I learned growing up as a danzante in a group of ceremonial concheros (practitioners of ritual pre-Columbian dances). This green pozole is expected at every one of our ceremonies, no matter the weather. In our tradition, the day of the dead ceremony lasts all night, ending the next day in a traditional limpia (spiritual cleansing ritual). This dish is that perfect balance of filling and light, helping us last through the night to dance the next day. The term pozole comes from the Nahuatl word pozolli or pozon, which loosely translates to soup or boil using hominy or nixtamalli, a staple that has been part of our cuisine for thousands of years. I've remixed this dish, which traditionally features pork or chicken, into a vegetarian version with mushrooms as the centerpiece.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Prep the fixings: Put the cabbage and radishes in a large bowl with 1/2 cup of water and a dash of salt. Squeeze over the juice of 1 of the limes.
- To make the salsa verde, roast the tomatillos, poblano peppers and jalapeño on the stovetop directly over the gas flame at medium-high heat until they are a little charred all around, about 4 minutes. Remove the seeds and stems from the poblanos and jalapeño.
- Into a blender or food processor, add the garlic, cilantro leaves, 1/2 cup of the vegetable broth, half the onion, the poblano peppers, jalapeño, tomatillos, juice of remaining lime, 1/2 teaspoon each of the garlic powder, onion powder and cumin and salt and pepper to taste and puree until liquified.
- Put the hominy in a large pot with the remaining vegetable broth, 4 cups water and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to medium and cook for 5 minutes or to preferred hominy consistency.
- In a separate pan over medium heat, add the oil. Saute the mushrooms and remaining onions with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon each of garlic powder, onion powder and cumin and salt and pepper to taste for 5 minutes, just to flavor the mushrooms a little.
- Add the salsa verde, sautéed mushrooms and onions and spinach to the pot with the hominy and give it a good mix until the spinach wilts slightly and warms through. Serve in bowls and garnish the top with the shredded cabbage and sliced radish. Grab a spoon and dip in your favorite rolled-up corn tortilla!
Tips:
- Soaking the hominy: Soaking the hominy overnight or for at least 8 hours helps to soften it and reduce the cooking time.
- Using a variety of mushrooms: Using a variety of mushrooms, such as cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms, adds different flavors and textures to the pozole.
- Sautéing the mushrooms: Sautéing the mushrooms before adding them to the pozole helps to enhance their flavor and aroma.
- Using a flavorful broth: Using a flavorful broth, such as chicken or vegetable broth, adds depth and richness to the pozole.
- Adding hominy at the end: Adding the hominy at the end of the cooking process prevents it from becoming overcooked and mushy.
- Garnishing with fresh herbs and toppings: Garnishing the pozole with fresh herbs, such as cilantro and oregano, and toppings, such as avocado, sour cream, and radishes, adds freshness and flavor.
Conclusion:
Pozole verde con hongos is a delicious and flavorful Mexican soup that is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy dinner. With its combination of hominy, mushrooms, and a flavorful broth, this pozole is sure to please everyone at the table. The addition of mushrooms adds a unique and earthy flavor to the pozole, making it a truly special dish. So next time you're looking for a delicious and hearty soup, give pozole verde con hongos a try. You won't be disappointed!
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