Pork and Hominy Stew

Total Time:Prep: 30 min. Cook: 6 hours

Recipe by Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

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Updated on Jun. 23, 2023

This pork hominy stew, also known as pozole, is a delicious southwestern delicacy. I moved it to the slow cooker so it can simmer away on its own. The rich, brothy soup is delicious, much like a tamale in a bowl. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Can you freeze Pork and Hominy Stew?

Freeze cooled stew in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth if necessary.

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Pork and Hominy Stew

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Yield:8 servings (about 2-3/4 quarts)
Prep:30 min
Cook:6 hours
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 large poblano pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 pounds boneless country-style pork ribs, cubed
  • 1 can (29 ounces) hominy, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Optional: Fried tortilla strips, cubed avocado, sliced radishes, lime wedges and cilantro leaves
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Directions

  1. 1
    In a saucepan, combine water, poblano and jalapeno. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Place mixture in a blender. Add tomatoes, onion, garlic, cumin and oregano; cover and process until smooth.
  2. 2
    Transfer to a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Stir in pork, hominy, broth, lime juice, salt and pepper. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until pork is tender. If desired, serve with optional ingredients.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/3 cups: 257 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 1005mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 22g protein.
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