Pork Pozole Recipe - Make Costa Rican Pozol Today

Pork Pozole Recipe - Make Costa Rican Pozol Today

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Craving authentic Costa Rican comfort? Our easy recipe for pork pozole guides you to a hearty, flavorful bowl. Discover traditional ingredients & make it tonigh

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Cooking tools:

  • Dutch oven
  • Pot
  • Stove
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoon
  • Wooden spoon
  • Slotted spoon
  • Fork
  • Ladle
  • Serving bowl
  • Spoon

Ingredients

  • 2-3 lbs bone-in pork ribs (country-style or spare ribs, cut into 2-inch pieces)
  • 1 lb boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes (or additional ribs)
  • 6-8 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth (or a mix)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or lard
  • Salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup dried cracked corn (pozol corn), soaked overnight (see instructions)
  • OR 2 (15-ounce) cans white hominy, rinsed and drained
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon achiote paste or powder (for color and mild flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon “complete seasoning” (a blend typically including garlic, onion, cumin, oregano)
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, stems finely chopped (leaves reserved for garnish)
  • Optional: 1 small Costa Rican chile (like a 'picante' or 'aji' pepper), minced, or a pinch of red pepper flakes for mild heat
  • Fresh lime wedges
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • Minced fresh chile (like jalapeño or serrano) for those who like heat
  • Warm corn tortillas or cooked white rice
  • Simple cabbage salad (thinly sliced cabbage and carrot with a light vinegar dressing)

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