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Easy Beef Posole Stew

A warm and comforting beef stew featuring tender chunks of beef, hominy, and fresh veggies with a burst of Mexican flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs chuck (or any preferred beef), cut into chunks
  • 1 can (15 oz) hominy, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • as needed Warm tortillas, for serving
  • as desired Toppings (e.g., avocado, cilantro, lime, radishes)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, brown the chunks of meat over medium heat.
  2. Once browned, add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened.
  3. Stir in the sliced carrots and chopped celery, allowing them to cook for a few more minutes.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes, then add the hominy, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours or until the meat is fall-apart tender.
Serving
  1. Serve hot with warm tortillas and your choice of toppings.

Notes

Sear the meat before simmering for added flavor. Customize toppings to enhance the dish.