A Traditional Mexican Stew
What
is so unique about pozole? This particular soup dish dates back to the
pre-Spanish era in Central America. Pozole had ritualistic
characteristics and was only served on special occasions. Spanish
colonization meant changes to the original recipe but hominy and hot chili
peppers remain the defining ingredients to this very day. Look for
several modern variants of pozole (aka posole, pozolli, or poso). The
name comes from the Nahuatl word, potzolli. Recipes may call for
pork, chicken, or no meat at all. Cooks serve pozole with toppings, such
as diced radish, sliced cabbage, or avocado wedges. Meanwhile, some
restaurants or pozolerías in Mexico and the American Southwest only
serve pozole.
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