Best 2 Vegetarian Posole Recipes

Posole is a traditional Mexican soup or stew made with hominy, a type of dried corn. It is typically made with meat, but a vegetarian version can be just as delicious and satisfying. Vegetarian posole is a great way to enjoy the flavors of this classic dish without the meat. With a few simple ingredients and some basic cooking skills, you can easily make a delicious vegetarian posole that will be enjoyed by the whole family.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

VEGETARIAN POSOLE

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Categories Soup/Stew Vegetable Christmas Vegetarian

Yield Makes 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

5 cups white hominy, thawed if frozen, or well-rinsed if canned
14 cups good vegetable stock, preferably homemade
1-2 cups Hatch green chile
2-3 Tbsp New Mexico red chile powder
3-4 dried New Mexico red chile pods, shredded
1 onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
2 medium tomatoes, whole
3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
1 Tbsp miso
1 tsp Mexican oregano
salt
grated Co-Jack cheese
whole-wheat tortillas

Steps:

Put all the ingredients except the cheese and tortillas into a big pot and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, or until flavors are melded. Top each bowl with grated cheese and use tortillas to scoop it up.

VEGETARIAN POSOLE WITH TVP

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A combo of several different posole recipes, with a mild spiciness but rich flavor. Yummy served with tortillas or over rice.

Provided by Silverlan

Categories Stew

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

2 dried New Mexico chiles, stemmed and seeded
2 dried ancho peppers, stemmed and seeded
1 cup textured vegetable protein (textured vegetable protein 240 cal or dry cup)
1 1/2 cups boiling water
4 1/2 cups onions, chopped (about 2 large onions, yellow or white)
4 minced garlic cloves
1 1/2 cups green bell peppers, chopped (about 1 whole pepper, red is good too)
1 (29 ounce) can hominy, drained & rinsed
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
4 cups vegetable broth (or vegetarian "chicken" broth)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup orange juice
chopped green onion
chopped cilantro
chopped avocado
shredded iceberg lettuce
hot sauce

Steps:

Put chile peppers in a small bowl; cover with boiling water, and let stand while you chop other vegetables.
In small saucepan, bring TVP and 1 1/2 cups of broth to a boil; turn off heat and let TVP soak up liquid while prepping other veggies.
Saute onions 5-7 minutes, then add garlic and bell pepper. Continue to saute until onions are soft (another 5-7 minutes).
While onions saute, transfer chiles and soaking liquid to a blender; blend until smooth.
When onions are soft, add hominy, tomatoes, blended chiles, 2 1/2 cups broth, TVP, oregano, cumin, coriander, and salt.
Simmer over medium heat 30 minutes to let flavors blend. (Can simmer longer if needed. Add extra broth or water if you like a thinner stew.).
Stir in OJ and serve garnished with chopped green onions, radishes, cilantro, avocado, shredded lettuce, and/or hot sauce.

Tips:

Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to your posole. Some good options include corn, zucchini, squash, bell peppers, and onions.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices. Cumin, chili powder, and oregano are all classic Mexican spices that work well in posole. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or smoked paprika, to taste.
Simmer the posole for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and the hominy to soften.
Serve the posole with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro.
Make a big batch of posole and freeze the leftovers. This is a great way to have a healthy and delicious meal on hand whenever you need it.

Conclusion:

Posole is a delicious and versatile Mexican soup that can be enjoyed by vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's also a very affordable meal. With a little creativity, you can easily make a posole that is tailored to your own tastes. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful soup, give posole a try!