Pozole Rojo Vegetariano

Pozole Rojo Vegetariano is a vibrant and hearty Mexican soup made with hominy, vegetables, and a rich, smoky chili broth. This comforting dish is perfect for a nourishing vegetarian lunch, packed with flavor and tradition.

Ingredients

• Hominy - 1 cup (240g)
• Vegetable broth - 4 cups (960ml)
• Red onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Tomato - 1 large, diced
• Dried guajillo chilies - 3, seeds removed
• Dried ancho chilies - 2, seeds removed
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Bay leaf - 1
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Avocado - 1/2, sliced for garnish
• Radishes - 4, thinly sliced for garnish
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges for serving
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. In a pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
3. In a separate pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the dried guajillo and ancho chilies and simmer for 10 minutes until softened. Remove from heat and blend with 1 cup of vegetable broth until smooth.
4. Pour the blended chili mixture into the onion and garlic pot. Stir in the diced tomato, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Add the hominy and the remaining vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 25 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
6. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the pozole into bowls and garnish with sliced avocado, radishes, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from hominy and vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from tomatoes and chilies, supporting overall health.

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