Quick Posole
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with this Quick Posole recipe, a hearty and comforting hominy stew that's ready in just 40 minutes! Tender chunks of boneless pork shoulder are simmered with savory spices like cumin, oregano, and paprika, then infused with the bold taste of canned diced tomatoes and green chilies. The addition of hominy gives this dish its signature texture, while a garnish of fresh cilantro, crisp sliced radishes, and a squeeze of lime brightens every spoonful. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a flavorful twist on traditional comfort food, this one-pot wonder is as easy to make as it is delicious. Serve with warm tortillas or crusty bread for a complete meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 30 ounces canned hominy, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 10 ounces canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 pieces lime wedges
- 4 pieces radishes, thinly sliced
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the pork shoulder cubes to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-6 minutes.
Sprinkle in the ground cumin, oregano, and paprika. Stir to coat the pork and spices evenly.
Stir in the drained hominy, chicken or vegetable broth, and canned diced tomatoes with green chilies.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, allowing flavors to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
Ladle the posole into bowls and top with chopped cilantro and sliced radishes.
Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the soup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1453 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.8 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.9 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 281 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 5415 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 83.2 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2092 mg | 45% | |
*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.
