❤️ Pozole Rojo – A Bold & Comforting Mexican Classic

Preparation Time: 120 min
Difficulty: Expert
Total Calories: 440 kcal
Cuisine: Mexican
Category: Main Course | Soup

Warm, hearty, and rich with authentic flavor, Pozole Rojo is a treasured traditional Mexican dish perfect for cold days, festive gatherings, or whenever you need a bowl full of comfort. With tender pork, soft hominy, and a smoky red chile broth, it’s a deeply satisfying soup layered with textures and spices.

Garnished with crisp cabbage, peppery radishes, and a squeeze of lime, Pozole Rojo is more than just a meal—it’s an experience.

🌶 Ingredients

• 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into chunks

• 1 onion, quartered

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 dried guajillo chiles, seeds removed

• 2 dried ancho chiles, seeds removed

• 6 cups chicken broth

• 2 cups hominy, drained and rinsed

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp oregano

• Salt, to taste

Garnishes:

• ½ cup radishes, thinly sliced

• ½ cup cabbage, shredded

• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

• Lime wedges, for serving

🧂 Kitchen Tools Needed

• Large pot

• Blender

• Cutting board

• Knife

• Measuring cups and spoons

🥣 Instructions

1. In a large pot, combine the pork shoulder, onion, garlic, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 1 hour, until the pork is tender.

2. While the pork simmers, soak the dried chiles in hot water for 20 minutes until softened. Then blend them with a bit of water until smooth to create a deep red chile paste.

3. Once the pork is tender, remove it from the pot, shred it, and return it to the broth.

4. Stir in the blended chiles, hominy, cumin, oregano, and salt. Simmer for another 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.

5. Serve hot, topped with fresh radishes, cabbage, cilantro, and a wedge of lime for that perfect final touch.

🍽️ Macros (Per Serving)

• Calories: 440 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 30g

• Proteins: 40g

• Fats: 20g

✨ Why You’ll Love It

Pozole Rojo is a celebration of deep, smoky flavors, tender meat, and hearty texture. It’s deeply nourishing and visually stunning, perfect for family meals or festive tables. The best part? You can customize each bowl with your favorite toppings.