Pozole
Pozole is a traditional Mexican stew with pre-Hispanic roots, centered around hominy (nixtamalized corn) and typically featuring pork or chicken. It's a festive dish often served during celebrations, garnished with fresh toppings like shredded cabbage, radishes, oregano, and lime.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This hearty stew is a balanced meal, providing complex carbohydrates from the hominy and protein from the meat. A typical serving (about 1.5 cups) offers roughly 300-400 calories, with key nutrients including fiber, B vitamins, and minerals like iron and zinc.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 20 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, pozole has deep historical significance, with roots in Aztec rituals where hominy was considered a sacred food. Nutritionally, the nixtamalization process used to make hominy enhances the corn's nutritional value by making niacin (vitamin B3) more bioavailable.
