Pozole

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Ingredients

1 pound	pork shoulder, cut into chunks
4 cups	water
1 can	hominy, drained and rinsed
2 cloves	garlic, minced
1 medium	onion, chopped
2 tablespoons	vegetable oil
2 tablespoons	chili powder
1 teaspoon	dried oregano
1 teaspoon	ground cumin
1 teaspoon	salt
—	black pepper to taste
—	lime wedges, for serving
—	shredded cabbage for serving
—	sliced radishes for serving
—	chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. 1 Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 2 Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.
3. 3 Add the pork shoulder chunks to the pot and brown on all sides.
4. 4 Stir in the chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
5. 5 Pour in the water and bring to a boil.
6. 6 Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1 hour or until the pork is tender.
7. 7 Add the hominy to the pot and continue to simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
8. 8 Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
9. 9 Serve the pozole hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, and accompanied by lime wedges, shredded cabbage, and sliced radishes.