Big-Batch Chile-Chicken Posole

Serves: 6

Llewellyn Gorczany

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

51

Spice

41

Sweetness

54

Sourness

41

mins

Prep time (avg)

4.6

Difficulty

Ingredients:

4 tbsps

Vegetable Oil

4 cloves

Garlic (minced)

Directions:

1

Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat

2

Add the onions, jalapenos and garlic, and cook, stirring frequently, until soft, about 6 minutes

3

Transfer the mixture to a blender

4

Add 2 cups of the broth, the chiles, cilantro and the remaining 1 teaspoon oregano, and puree until smooth

5

Return the mixture to the Dutch oven

6

Add the hominy and the remaining 6 cups broth, and bring to a simmer

7

Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and turns deep green, about 12 minutes

8

Add the seasoned chicken, and simmer until tender and cooked through, about 12 minutes more

9

Let the soup cool to room temperature, then divide among four 1-quart containers and freeze for up to 1 month

10

To reheat: Let the soup thaw in the refrigerator overnight

11

Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until heated through

12

Thin with a little water if desired, and adjust the seasoning with salt

13

Garnish with avocado, radishes and/or corn chips if using