Pozole Rojo

March 30, 2026 Prep: 20min Cook: 120min 8 servings Medium
Pozole Rojo

Pozole is a celebration dish in Mexico, traditionally served at fiestas and holidays. The combination of tender hominy corn and slow-cooked pork in a deeply flavored chili broth is pure comfort.

Ingredients

  • 1kg pork shoulder, cubed
  • 2 cans (800g) hominy, drained
  • 4 dried guajillo chilies
  • 3 dried ancho chilies
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • Toppings: shredded cabbage, radishes, avocado, lime, oregano, tostadas

Nutrition Facts

340
Calories
24g
Protein
28g
Carbs
16g
Fat

Instructions

  1. 1
    Simmer pork in salted water for 1.5 hours until very tender. Reserve the broth.
  2. 2
    Toast dried chilies in a dry pan, then soak in hot water for 15 minutes.
  3. 3
    Blend soaked chilies with garlic, onion, oregano, cumin, and 1 cup of pork broth until smooth.
  4. 4
    Strain the chili sauce through a sieve into the pot with the pork and remaining broth.
  5. 5
    Add drained hominy. Simmer for 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
  6. 6
    Season with salt. Serve in deep bowls with a generous array of toppings: shredded cabbage, sliced radishes, avocado, lime wedges, dried oregano, and tostadas.
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