Posole is a delicious side dish that can be served with several toppings. It can be eaten by itself or it can be served with shredded cabbage, sliced radish, or chopped onions.
Ingredients
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 large carrots, chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 1/2 cups hominy (2 – 15 ounce cans)
- 1 can chicken (about 12 ounces)
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon cayenne or jalapeño chilies, seeds removed and finely chopped (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions
- In a medium-sized pot, brown onion, carrots, celery, and garlic in vegetable oil over medium heat for 10 minutes.
- Add hominy, chicken, and water. If using cayenne pepper, jalapeño chilies, chili powder, or oregano, add that, too. Mix well.
- Bring pot to a boil. Lower heat and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Add salt and pepper. Serve hot.
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A Harvest of Recipes with USDA Foods
