Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of New Mexico beef Posole (Pozole), a hearty soup that captures the essence of Southwestern cuisine. This savory dish features tender chunks of beef simmered with hominy, spices, and fresh toppings, making it a perfect choice for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. With its robust flavors from cumin and New Mexico Red Chile Powder, each bowl offers a delightful burst of taste that’s sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you’re looking for a meal prep option or a satisfying dinner, this easy-to-follow recipe will become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef shoulder butt roast
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 onion
- 6 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups Hatch green chile
- 2 dried red chile pods
- ½ pound frozen hominy
- Spices: cumin
- Spices: Mexican oregano
- Spices: New Mexico Red Chile Powder
Instructions
- Soak dried posole overnight if using; otherwise, skip this step for frozen.
- Cut beef into bite-sized chunks and sear in a hot pot until browned.
- Add seared beef back to the pot with remaining ingredients; cover with stock or water.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for 2-3 hours until tender.
- Blend chile pods with broth and mix back into the soup before serving.
- Ladle posole into bowls and top with cilantro, diced onions, jalapeños, tomatoes, lime wedges, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg