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Instant Pot Pozole Mexican Soup with Hominy

Spicy and flavorful Instant Pot Pozole Soup is easy to make and cooks fast! Enjoy this family favorite meal in a quarter of the time it takes to cook on the stovetop.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
39 mins
Servings: 8 -10 servings
Calories: 826 kcal
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 5-6 pounds of pork shoulder cut into large chunks
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 3-4 cups water
  • 1 28 oz can red chile sauce (Las Palmas) NOT Enchilada Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 29 oz can white hominy, drained
  • toppings optional
  • diced red onions
  • Mexican oregano or Cilantro
  • sliced radishes
  • Lime or lemon wedges
  • shredded cabbage

Instructions

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  1. Remove pot liner 
  2. Cut meat into chunks and add to pot
  3. In a small bowl combine the salt, garlic, chili powder and cumin
  4. Pour red chile sauce over meat. Add water (3-4 cups) to cover the meat. Make sure to leave a couple of inches from the top.
  5. Sprinkle with spice mixture
  6. Add bay leaf
  7. Return pot liner to Instant Pot, close the lid and lock in place
  8. Make sure the steam release knob is in the sealed position
  9. Turn setting to Manual (pressure cook) button and turn to 45 minutes
  10. When cooking cycle is done, let the pot set undisturbed while it naturally releases the pressure. 
  11. Manually release the remaining pressure by release the steam knob. 
  12. Open lid and add hominy, stir in completely to heat through.
  13. Serve immediately with toppings if desired
  14. Store leftovers in refrigerator 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 826kcal (41%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 64g (128%) Fat 59g (91%) Saturated Fat 21g (105%) Polyunsaturated Fat 32g Cholesterol 245mg (82%) Sodium 954mg (40%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8-10 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 826

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 826kcal 41%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 64g 128%
Fat 59g 91%
Saturated Fat 21g 105%
Polyunsaturated Fat 32g 188%
Cholesterol 245mg 82%
Sodium 954mg 40%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.