New Mexican Holiday Classic Posole

Posole Recipe

 

Posole

Posole

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In this recipe, we make the New Mexican Holiday Classic: Posole. This meal is a staple in New Mexican homes during the cold season, and if you're looking for a traditional recipe, this is the recipe for you. Posole is so simple yet so delicious -- you've got to try it!

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Course Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine New Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ - 2 lbs Pork Roast Cubed
  • 2 lbs Posole Frozen or Dried
  • ¼ Medium Onion
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 2 quarts Water
  • 1 ½ tbsp. Kosher Salt (More to taste)

Posole spice mix:

  • 1 tsp. red chile Crushed
  • ½ tsp. Onion Dried
  • 1 tsp. Oregano

Instructions
 

  • Dice ¼ of an onion very fine and mince one clove of garlic, set aside.
  • Rinse 2lbs of frozen posole very well.
  • Chop a 1 ½ - 2lb pork roast into large cubes.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil in a large stockpot, add onion and garlic, sauté for a couple of minutes.
  • Add cubed pork and cook until almost all moisture has dissolved.
  • Add rinsed posole with 2 quarts of water, posole spice mix, and bring to a boil.
  • Once it is boiling, add salt, chile pequin (optional), cover and cook for 2 ½ hours, or until kernels have popped.

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  • Red and Green

    Hello, I’m Angela! I’m a passionate home cook and lover of New Mexican flavors. I enjoy exploring both traditional and modern recipes, and you’ll often find me sharing my cooking adventures on YouTube.

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