Beef Posole – Hearty Soup

Looking for a flavorful dish that highlights the richness of stew meat? Beef Posole is a hearty soup packed with bold flavor and comforting ingredients.

The Essentials

• 2 ½ lbs Best Beef Stew Meat
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped white onion
• 5 jalapeño peppers, chopped
• 28 oz beef broth
• 1 can (29 oz) hominy, drained
• 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 sprig fresh epazote (optional)
• 2 small zucchini, chopped
• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Pan to Plate Instructions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Once hot, brown one-third of the beef, then remove it from the pot.
2. Repeat two more times with the remaining beef, adding additional oil if needed.
3. Remove all beef from the pot and season with salt.
4. Add the onion and jalapeños to the stockpot and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
5. Stir in the broth, hominy, tomatoes, and epazote if using.
6. Return the browned beef to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
7. Reduce the heat, cover tightly, and simmer for 1½ to 2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
8. Add the zucchini and cilantro and continue simmering for about 5 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender.
9. If using fresh epazote, remove and discard the stem and large leaves before serving.
10. Serve hot and enjoy a bowl of bold, comforting flavor.

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