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Authentic Mexican Pozole — traditional dish from Throughout Mexico, Mexico
Soup Meat

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Nutritional Values

🔥450kcal
💪32gProtein
🌾30gCarbs
🥑22gFat
🌿6gFibre
⚖️400 gServing

* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.

Authentic Mexican Pozole

How to order / say it
Say it Pozole — [poh-SO-leh]
Order I'd like the pozole, please.
Locally Quisiera el pozole, por favor.
Say locally

Hearty soup featuring hominy and pork, garnished with fresh vegetables.

Why try it?

Pozole is a dish that carries the essence of Mexican family gatherings and festivity. Its presence in celebrations speaks to its cultural importance, offering a snapshot of communal dining and tradition.

How it tastes

Rich and comforting, the broth has a depth of flavor from simmered pork and hominy. The layers of garnishes, like radishes and lettuce, add texture and freshness to complement the savory soup.

Origin & History — first documented: 1400

Pozole dates back to pre-Columbian times and was originally prepared as a ceremonial dish by indigenous peoples. By the colonial era, it evolved to include pork and became a favorite in Mexican cuisine.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 400 g pork shoulder
  • 🌾 200 g hominy
  • 🧄 1 onion
  • 🧄 3 cloves garlic
  • 🥕 100 g radishes
  • 🥕 50 g lettuce

Method

  1. 1 Simmer pork, hominy, onion, and garlic to create a rich broth.
  2. 2 Shred the pork once cooked through.
  3. 3 Ladle the broth and pork into bowls.
  4. 4 Garnish with radishes, lettuce, and lime wedges.

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