HealthNotes

Pozole

• From: National Diabetes Education Program

Ingredients

• 2 lbs lean beef, cubed

• 1 Tbs olive oil

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped

• 1/4 tsp salt

• tsp pepper

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

• 1 can (15 ounces) stewed tomatoes

• 2 oz tomato paste

• 1 can (1 pound 13 ounces) hominy

Cook up a tasty bit of ancient history in your kitchen with this traditional pre-Columbian stew from Mexico originally made by the Aztecs.

Directions

• In a large pot, heat olive oil. Add beef and sauté.
• Add onion, garlic, salt, pepper, cilantro, and enough water to cover meat. Stir to mix ingredients evenly. Cover pot and cook over low heat until meat is tender.
• Add tomatoes and tomato paste. Continue cooking for about 20 minutes.
• Add hominy and continue cooking another 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. If too thick, add water for desired consistency.