Mexican Green Chile Posole 🌶️🍲
A comforting, hearty Mexican stew packed with tender pork, hominy, and roasted green chiles. Perfect for warming up on a cool day or sharing a traditional dish with family and friends.
Ingredients:
- For the Posole:
- 2 lbs pork shoulder (or pork stew meat), cut into chunks
- 1½ cups dried hominy (or canned hominy, drained and rinsed)
- 1 medium onion, quartered
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 roasted poblano peppers (or canned green chiles), chopped
- 2–3 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 2–3 fresh or canned green chilies, chopped (optional, for extra spice)
- 1–2 dried bay leaves
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 6 cups chicken broth (or water)
- For Garnish and Serving:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Lime wedges
- Sliced radishes (optional)
Directions:
1. Prepare the Pork:
- In a large pot or slow cooker, add the pork chunks.
- Pour in the chicken broth (or water) to fully submerge the pork.
- Add the quartered onion, minced garlic, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook:
- On the stove: Simmer for 2–3 hours.
- In a slow cooker: Cook on low for 6–7 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the pork into bite-sized pieces using a fork.
2. Prepare the Hominy and Green Chile Sauce:
- If using dried hominy, cook it according to package instructions before adding it to the soup. If using canned hominy, simply drain and rinse.
- If using fresh poblanos, roast them over an open flame or under a broiler until the skin is charred. Peel off the skin, remove the seeds, and chop.
3. Simmer the Posole:
- Add the hominy, roasted poblano peppers (or canned chiles), and chopped tomatoes to the pot with the pork. Stir to combine.
- Continue to simmer for 30 minutes to 1 hour, letting the flavors meld. Add more broth or water as needed to maintain a soupy consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, cumin, or oregano, if necessary.
4. Serve:
- Remove the bay leaves before serving.
- Ladle the posole into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced radishes, and lime wedges for a bright, fresh finish.
5. Enjoy:
Serve your Mexican Green Chile Posole with warm tortillas or crusty bread on the side. This hearty dish is sure to become a family favorite!
🌟 Pro Tip: For an even smokier flavor, add a teaspoon of smoked paprika or a dash of chipotle powder to the broth.