Pozole Verde (Green Pozole) is a delicious Mexican stew that features tomatillos, green chilies, chicken and hominy. It’s a great way to use up seasonal produce like late-summer tomatillos and green chilies. You can top it with fresh ingredients like cilantro, avocado, red onion, radish, pepitas, diced tomatoes, or shredded cabbage. It’s a healthy and satisfying meal that is easy to make and can be made ahead of time. Vegan adaptable. Video included.
Pozole is a traditional Mexican stew that is made with hominy (corn) and meat, usually pork shoulder, in a rich broth flavored with chilies. Pozole is often served at celebrations and parties in Mexico, especially for Christmas or New Year’s. There are different versions of pozole depending on the region and the color of the broth. Pozole Rojo is made with red dried chilies like guajillo or ancho, while Pozole Verde is made with green ingredients like tomatillos, poblano chilies, jalapeno, and cilantro.
Hominy is corn kernels that have been processed to remove their outer layer and then boiled until they puff up. Hominy adds texture and flavor to the stew. You can find dry or canned hominy at most grocery stores or online. Dry hominy will have more bite and flavor than canned hominy, but it will take longer to cook.
To make Pozole Verde, you will need to:
- Poach chicken breast in chicken broth or stock seasoned with cumin, coriander, Mexican oregano and salt over medium-high heat.
- Blend tomatillos, poblano chilis, jalapeno, onion and garlic with a cup of water into a smooth sauce.
- Add the sauce and hominy to the pot with the chicken and broth and bring to a boil. Simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the hominy is tender.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and return it to the pot. Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings like avocado slices, jalapeño, scallions, cilantro and lime wedges. You can also add sour cream, hot sauce, diced tomatoes or shredded cabbage if you like.
Enjoy this flavorful and comforting Pozole Verde with your family and friends. It’s a one-pot meal that can feed a crowd and can be easily adapted to your preferences. You can also make it vegan by using chickpeas instead of chicken and vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
