Giant White Corn and Pork Soup Crock Pot
Warm up your kitchen and your soul with this hearty Giant White Corn and Pork Soup made effortlessly in a crock pot. Packed with tender cubes of slow-cooked pork shoulder, nutty giant white corn (hominy), and a comforting medley of carrots, celery, onion, and garlic, this soup is a rich, flavorful one-pot wonder. A blend of smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and fresh oregano infuses every spoonful with depth, while low-sodium chicken broth and bright diced tomatoes create a perfectly balanced base. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and slow-cooked to perfection, this recipe makes six generous servings that are perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend meals. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a fresh, zesty finish, and serve with crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food experience. Whether you call it a stew or a soup, this crock pot dish has all the makings of a new family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork shoulder (boneless, trimmed of excess fat, cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 3 cups Canned giant white corn (hominy), rinsed and drained
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium Carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
- 6 cups Chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 cup Canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 2 leaves Bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Fresh oregano leaves, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 4 wedges Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Begin by preparing your ingredients: Cut the pork shoulder into 1-inch cubes, finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and dice the carrots and celery.
Rinse and drain the canned giant white corn (hominy) and set it aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the pork cubes on all sides until they are browned (this step is optional but adds more flavor to the soup). Transfer the browned pork to the crock pot.
In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant, then add them to the crock pot.
Add the giant white corn (hominy) to the crock pot, followed by the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), bay leaves, ground cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Stir everything gently to combine and ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed in the crock pot.
Set the crock pot to LOW and cook for 6-7 hours, or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the pork is tender and the flavors have melded together.
Once the cooking time is complete, taste the soup and adjust seasonings as needed (add more salt or black pepper as desired). Remove the bay leaves and discard them.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve with lime wedges on the side for a burst of fresh flavor.
Enjoy your Giant White Corn and Pork Soup with crusty bread or on its own for a comforting, satisfying meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 194.4 g | 249% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.9 g | 324% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 635 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 5992 mg | 261% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.7 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.6 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.7 g | ||
| Protein | 190.8 g | 382% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 493 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 19.9 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 4791 mg | 102% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
