Description

A traditional Mexican slow cooker pozole recipe featuring tender pork loin simmered with enchilada sauce, hominy, and a blend of spices. This hearty stew is perfect for a flavorful family meal and is traditionally served with fresh toppings like shredded cabbage, lime wedges, avocado, onion, and cilantro alongside warm tortillas.

Ingredients

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Meat and Oil

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 (2 pound) boneless pork loin roast, cut into 1-inch cubes

Sauce and Vegetables

2 (14.5 ounce) cans enchilada sauce
2 (15.5 ounce) cans white hominy, drained
1 onion, sliced
½ cup green chilies, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced

Spices and Herbs

½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 teaspoons dried oregano
¼ cup cilantro, chopped
½ teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Brown the Pork: Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a skillet over high heat. Add the cubed pork loin and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Browning locks in flavor and improves the texture of the pork.
Prepare the Slow Cooker: Transfer the browned pork into a 4-quart slow cooker. Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the meat, ensuring it is well coated.
Add Remaining Ingredients: Layer the drained hominy, sliced onion, diced green chilies, minced garlic, cayenne pepper, and dried oregano on top of the pork and sauce mixture in the slow cooker. Pour in enough water to fill the slow cooker, which helps create a rich, flavorful broth.
Cook the Pozole: Cover the slow cooker and cook on High for 6 to 7 hours. This slow cooking process melds flavors and tenderizes the pork until it is juicy and succulent.
Finish and Season: After the initial cooking time, stir in the chopped cilantro and salt. Continue cooking on Low for an additional 30 minutes to allow the herbs and seasoning to fully infuse the stew.

Notes

You can add an extra can of hominy if you have a larger slow cooker and prefer more texture.
Hot enchilada sauce and salsa blend well for a spicier version; regular enchilada sauce also works for a milder flavor.
Serve traditional garnishes such as shredded cabbage, lime wedges, avocado slices, chopped onion, and fresh cilantro alongside warm tortillas for an authentic experience.
Adjust the cayenne pepper quantity to control the heat level.
The pork loin can be substituted with pork shoulder for even more tender meat.