Duck Pozole

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 7
Authentic Mexican Duck Pozole for your dinner table
in Mexican

Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 slices thick-cut bacon , cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 lb smoked duck , meat , diced into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped zucchini
1/2 cup finely chopped yellow squash
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
1 tablespoon seeded and minced jalapeno
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 cup diced tomato
6 cups rich brown duck stock or 6 cups chicken stock
2 cups cooked white hominy , rinsed and drained
2 cups blanched sweet corn
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
4 -6 tablespoons fresh lime juice
fresh cilantro stem , for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
332
Sugar
6g
Fat
18g
Pozole is a traditional Mexican soup that is typically served during celebrations and special occasions. This version of the dish features duck meat instead of the more commonly used pork or chicken. The addition of hominy, corn, and vegetables creates a hearty and comforting meal that is perfect for a cold winter evening. The soup has a complex flavor profile with savory, spicy, and slightly sweet notes. It can easily be customized to suit individual tastes by adjusting the amount of spice or lime juice added. This recipe serves 4-6 people and is sure to be a hit at any dinner table.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from pan and set aside.
2.In the same pot, add the diced duck meat and cook for 5 minutes over medium-high heat or until browned.
3.Add the chopped onion, cumin, salt, and pepper to the pot, and cook for 5 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
4.Add the chopped zucchini, yellow squash, carrot, jalapeno, and garlic to the pot, and cook for 10 minutes over medium-low heat or until the vegetables are tender.
5.Add diced tomato and brown duck stock to the pot, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes.
6.Add hominy, corn, and chopped cilantro to the pot, and let simmer for another 10 minutes.
7.Stir in lime juice to taste.
8.Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro stems and crispy bacon strips.

PROS

This flavorful and hearty soup is perfect for warming up on a cold evening.

The duck meat adds a unique flavor and texture to the dish.

CONS

This recipe is quite involved and requires multiple steps and ingredients.

It may be difficult to find some of the ingredients in certain areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Duck meat is a good source of protein and contains vitamins and minerals such as iron and zinc which promote immune system health.
The addition of vegetables such as zucchini, yellow squash, and carrots increase the fiber and vitamin content of the dish.

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