Chipotle Pork Posole

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 3
Delicious Chipotle Pork Posole for a spicy and hearty meal
in Soup

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pork tenderloin
coarse salt and pepper
1 medium onion , chopped
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 tablespoon minced chipotle chile in adobo
2 cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cans hominy , rinsed and drained
1 can diced tomatoes with juice
1/2 cup cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
330
Sugar
4g
Fat
8g
Chipotle Pork Posole is a traditional Mexican soup that is hearty, spicy, and filling. It is made with pork tenderloin, hominy, and a spicy chipotle chile in adobo sauce. The soup is perfect for cold weather and is often served with fresh cilantro, diced onions, and lime wedges. The tender pork, paired with the chewy hominy, provides a satisfying and comforting meal that will keep you warm and full. This recipe adds a fresh twist with the addition of cilantro, which provides a bright and herbaceous flavor to balance out the spicy heat of the soup.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2.Season pork tenderloin with salt and pepper, then add to the pot and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes in total.
3.Remove the pork and set aside. In the same pot, sauté the onion until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
4.Add the garlic and chipotle chile and cook for another minute.
5.Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot, then add the hominy and diced tomatoes.
6.Return the pork to the pot and bring to a simmer, cooking for 15-20 minutes until the pork is cooked through.
7.Remove the pork again and shred with two forks, then return to the pot.
8.Stir in the cilantro and season with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot.

PROS

This soup is a flavorful and spicy meal that is satisfying and filling.

The hominy and pork add protein and fiber, while the cilantro adds a fresh and herbaceous flavor.

CONS

The chipotle chile can be too hot for some people, so adjust the amount to your liking.

This recipe uses canned hominy, which can be high in sodium, so look for low-sodium options if available.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a good source of protein and fiber from the pork and hominy.
The chipotle chile contains capsaicin, which has been linked to reducing inflammation and providing pain relief. Cilantro has also been found to aid in digestion and reduce inflammation.

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