Winter Hominy Stew
Winter Hominy Stew is a hearty, comforting dish from the American Southwest and Mexico, featuring large, chewy kernels of hominy (nixtamalized corn) simmered in a flavorful broth. It is typically made with a base of chiles, tomatoes, onions, and garlic, often enriched with pork, chicken, or beans for protein. The stew is a warming, substantial meal perfect for cold weather.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This stew is a good source of complex carbohydrates and plant-based protein, especially when beans are included. It provides key nutrients like iron, magnesium, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing approximately 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 50 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 720 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 85 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Potassium | 480 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.2 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Zinc | 2.1 mg |
| Selenium | 12 mcg |
Per 1.5 cups (360 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The star ingredient, hominy, is created through nixtamalization, an ancient process that treats corn with an alkali, unlocking niacin (vitamin B3) and making its nutrients more bioavailable. This process is a foundational technique in Mesoamerican cuisine.
