For a richer flavor, consider using homemade vegetable stock. Adjust the amount of serrano peppers to your desired spice level. Garnish with your favorite toppings, such as avocado, lime wedges, or a dollop of sour cream.
Vegetarian Pozole Verde (Hominy Soup)
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 35 mins
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TOTAL TIME10 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS16
Dive into a vibrant bowl of Vegetarian Pozole Verde, a symphony of Southwestern flavors. This soul-warming soup features tender hominy, creamy pumpkin seeds, and a medley of fresh green herbs, all simmered in a rich tomatillo broth. A celebration of textures and tastes, it's the perfect dish to brighten any day.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate59 g
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Fiber13 g
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Protein18 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium753 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat30 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
8 hrs
Place pinto beans in a large stock pot with enough water to cover; soak 8 hours to overnight. Drain.
02
Step
40 mins
Cover beans with about 3 inches water in the same stock pot; cook over medium-low heat until tender, about 35 to 40 minutes. Drain.
03
Step
11 mins
Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add pumpkin seeds; cook and stir until light brown and popping, about 6 minutes. Cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
04
Step
10 mins
Transfer pumpkin seeds and oil to a blender or the bowl of a food processor; blend until smooth. Add half each tomatillos, arugula, serranos, spinach, lettuce, parsley, and cilantro to the blender; blend until smooth. Pour into a large bowl. Repeat with remaining half each tomatillos, arugula, serranos, spinach, lettuce, parsley, and cilantro.
05
Step
30 mins
Heat remaining 1/4 cup oil in a deep pot; carefully add tomatillo sauce. Simmer, stirring with a wooden spoon, until thickened, about 30 minutes.
06
Step
15 mins
Add pinto beans, vegetable stock, and hominy to the pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, until flavors are thoroughly blended, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
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Natasha Friesen
Jul 1, 2025The instructions are clear and easy to follow. Even a beginner cook can make this recipe successfully.
Vivianne Bednar
May 31, 2025I love that this recipe is vegetarian. It's a great way to enjoy pozole without the meat.
Dennis Little
May 29, 2025I found that using roasted tomatillos really enhanced the flavor of the soup. I highly recommend trying it!
Albina Ferry
May 28, 2025This pozole is amazing! The flavor is so complex and satisfying. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Rey Adams
May 22, 2025The pickled red onion is a must! It adds the perfect amount of acidity to balance the richness of the soup.
Veda Lowemorar
May 14, 2025I added a can of fire-roasted corn for sweetness and it was delicious.