Traditional corn pozol is a hearty dish that combines flavors of corn and pork, perfect for sharing with family. Its careful preparation includes cooking the corn until tender, then combining it with a mixture of pork, onion, garlic, achiote, and seasonings, cooking it slowly to achieve a delicious and comforting flavor. A dish that undoubtedly delights the palate and the soul.
Pozol is a very popular traditional corn dish in Latin American cuisine.
Its preparation involves cooking the corn together with pork, onion, garlic, achiote, and seasonings until the flavors are well blended.
It is served with chopped cilantro and is ready to enjoy with family.
Typical Corn Pozol
Ingredients
1 ½ kilogram of Tender corn
1 kilogram of Pork loin
1 kilogram of Pork ribs
2 liters of Water
6 Finely chopped garlic cloves
1 Finely chopped onion
2 Chopped celery stalks
1 Cilantro bunch
½ tablespoon of Achiote
1 tablespoon of Seasoning
1 pinch of Salt
1 pinch of Pepper
Preparation
Step 1 : The corn is washed and covered with water, then cooked until tender.
Step 2 : In a pot with two liters of water, cook the pork along with the onion, salt, pepper, garlic, achiote, and seasoning.
Step 3 : Cover and cook for 40 minutes over medium heat, or until the water has reduced by about 50%.
Step 4 : Once reduced, add the corn and celery, mix well, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 5 : Cook for another 20 minutes, add the chopped cilantro, and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Step 6 : Finally, serve and enjoy.
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