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Easy Slow Cooker Mexican Pozole Rojo

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Enjoy the warmth of Easy Slow Cooker Mexican Pozole Rojo, a comforting and flavorful stew perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 2 pounds Pork Shoulder or Butt or chicken thighs for a leaner option
For the Broth
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
  • 2 pieces Dried Chiles (Guajillo and Ancho) or chili powder starting with a small amount
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • to taste Salt adjust as needed
  • to taste Pepper adjust as needed
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
For the Hominy
  • 2 cans Hominy drained; can substitute with frozen corn

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • large skillet
  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the guajillo and ancho chiles for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Transfer the toasted chiles to a bowl and cover with hot water. Allow to soak for about 15 minutes.
  3. Drain the soaked chiles and blend with 1 cup of soaking water or chicken broth until smooth.
  4. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and sear the pork shoulder for about 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the seared pork to the slow cooker. Add onion, garlic, drained hominy, cumin, oregano, and the blended chile sauce. Cover with chicken broth.
  6. Cover the slow cooker and set to low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
  7. Once cooked, shred the pork and return it to the pot, stirring well.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot with desired toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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