Pozole - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    2 tablespoons olive oil
    2 lbs boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 inch pieces
    2 medium zucchini, cut into 3/4 inch slices
    1 medium onion, chopped
    1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
    2 garlic cloves, minced
    3 cups water
    2 2/3 cups condensed chicken broth
    1 1/2 teaspoons dried marjoram
    1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
    1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
    1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    1 (16 ounce) can hominy, drained and rinsed
    grated monterey jack cheese
    chopped pickled jalapeno pepper
    sliced black olives
Preparation
    In a big non-stick skillet, heat the oil.
    Cook the pork, turning occasionally, until lightly browned on all sides (do in batches if necessary).
    Transfer pork with a slotted spoon to a 4 quart slow-cooker.
    Add zucchini, onion, and jalapeno to the skillet (add more oil in necessary).
    Saute about 5 minutes or until the onion is softened.
    Add in the garlic, cook and stir for 1 minute.
    Transfer vegetables to slow cooker; add in water, chicken broth, marjoram, oregano, salt, and pepper to slow cooker; stir to combine.
    Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours.
    Add in hominy and cook 10 minutes or until well heated.
    Ladle into individual bowls; garnish with cheese, peppers, and olives.

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