Delicious and bright, yet comforting and warming – my vegan Pozole Verde is one of the first recipes I make when the temperature start to drop!
what is pozole?
For those of you who aren’t familiar with pozole, it’s a traditional Mexican soup made from hominy, some type of meat (we’re using vegan chicken), and garnished with cabbage, onions, radishes, avocado, and lemon or lime. Known in Mesoamerica since the pre-Columbian era, today the stew is common across Mexico and neighboring countries, and is served both as a day-to-day meal and as a festive dish.
There are different variations of pozole such as rojo (made with rehydrated red chiles), blanco (made with onions and garlic), and verde (made with tomatillos, green chiles and cilantro). I love all versions, but Pozole verde might be my favorite! It’s bright and fresh, yet so comforting all at the same time.
NOTE: WHEN LOOKING UP RECIPES FROM OTHER CULTURES, I IMPLORE YOU TO DIVE DEEP INTO THE RECIPE’S HISTORY. I GOT INSPIRATION FOR MY VEGAN POZOLE FROM THE HUNDREDS OF AMAZING MEXICAN RESTAURANTS WE HAVE HERE IN THE Central Valley, AS WELL AS THIS VIDEO FROM Jauja Cocina Mexicana. I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND CHECKING IT OUT!
Grab a drink and let’s get to cooking the best vegan pozole!!!
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