Pozole Rojo

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Recipe ingredients:
  • ๐Ÿ– 8 lb pork butt
  • ๐Ÿง… 2 onions
  • ๐Ÿง„ 2 heads of garlic
  • ๐ŸŒถ 1 tsp of black pepper
  • ๐ŸŒฟ 1/2 tsp of coriander seeds
  • ๐ŸŒฟ 1/2 tsp of allspice
  • ๐ŸŒฟ 1 tsp of cumin seeds
  • ๐Ÿƒ 5 bay leaves
  • ๐Ÿง‚ 2 tsp of salt for every pound of meat
  • ๐ŸŒฝ 1 (110 oz) can of hominy
  • ๐ŸŒถ 6 guajillo peppers
  • ๐ŸŒถ 2 ancho peppers
  • ๐ŸŒถ 4 chiles de arbol
  • ๐ŸŒฟ 1/4 tsp of cumin seeds
  • ๐Ÿฅฌ Shredded lettuce or cabbage
  • ๐ŸŒฟ Sliced radishes
  • ๐Ÿ‹ Freshly squeezed lime juice
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Pozole Rojo
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Pozole Rojo is a hearty, traditional Mexican stew with rich flavors deeply embedded in the culture's cuisine. Each region in Mexico has its own version, but this recipe brings together the essential ingredients and spices to create a deliciously comforting dish perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

For the Pozole:
๐Ÿ– 8 lb pork butt
๐Ÿง… 1 big onion
๐Ÿง„ 1 head of garlic
๐ŸŒถ 1 tsp of black pepper
๐ŸŒฟ 1/2 tsp of coriander seeds
๐ŸŒฟ 1/2 tsp of allspice
๐ŸŒฟ 1 tsp of cumin seeds
๐Ÿƒ 5 bay leaves
๐Ÿง‚ 2 tsp of salt for every pound of meat
๐ŸŒฝ 1 (110 oz) can of hominy

For the Enchilada Sauce:
๐ŸŒถ 6 guajillo peppers
๐ŸŒถ 2 ancho peppers
๐ŸŒถ 4 chiles de arbol
๐Ÿง„ 5 garlic cloves
๐Ÿง… 1/4 of an onion
๐ŸŒฟ 1/4 tsp of cumin seeds

For Toppings:
๐Ÿฅฌ Shredded lettuce or cabbage
๐ŸŒฟ Sliced radishes
๐Ÿ‹ Freshly squeezed lime juice


Instructions

1- Prepare the Pork:

  • Cut the pork butt into medium-sized chunks. Trim the thick layer of fat into small pieces but include everything, even the bone, in the pot.
  • Cover with water and add the whole onion and garlic head (simply cut the tip off).
  • Place the spices (black pepper, coriander seeds, allspice, cumin seeds, and bay leaves) in a cheesecloth or tea ball for easy removal, and add to the pot.
  • Add 2 teaspoons of salt for every pound of meat.
  • Set on medium heat and cook for about 20 minutes.

2- Make the Enchilada Sauce:

  • In a small pot, add the dried peppers, onion, and 5 garlic cloves.
  • Cover with water and cook for 15 minutes until the peppers are tender.
  • Blend the cooked ingredients, then strain through a fine sifter to extract only the pulp. Set aside.

3- Prepare the Stew:

  • Skim off any impurities or foam from the top of the cooking pot using a spoon or sifter.
  • Discard the spices.
  • Blend the cooked onion and squeeze garlic into the blender, then return to the pot.
  • Add 3 cups of the enchilada sauce to the pot.
  • Rinse the hominy until the water runs clear and add to the pot.
  • Lower the heat, add more water if needed, and adjust the seasoning with more salt or chicken bouillon if preferred.

4- Serve:

  • Serve the pozole hot, garnished with shredded lettuce or cabbage, sliced radishes, and a squeeze of lime juice on top.
  • Accompany with tostadas or totopos on the side for a complete, flavorful meal.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: Serves approximately 8-10
Equipment: Large pot, small pot, blender, fine sifter, cheesecloth or tea ball


Cooking Tips:

  • Adjust the level of spiciness by adding or omitting chiles de arbol in the enchilada sauce.
  • Experiment with using shredded cabbage instead of lettuce for a crunchier texture.

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