Sonora Pork Stew A Family Tradition

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This recipe for the Sonora Pork Stew is part of a sponsored collaboration withĀ Smithfield.Ā However, all opinions expressed are my own.

Sonora Pork Stew or Pozole Sonorense
Sonora Pork Stew or Pozole Sonorense

The Sonora Pork Stew is also known as pozole sonorense a recipe that has been passed from generation to generation in my family. This recipe was my MamĆ” Grande’s traditional dish.

Watch the video and learn how to make this amazing Sonora Pork Stew!

The nickname “MamĆ” Grande” is very common in the north of Mexico. Instead of name our grandparents or great grandparents “abuelos or bisabuelos” we call them MamĆ” Grande or PapĆ” Grande. My great grandmother was born in Sonora. Her heritage was Irish and Indian Yaqui. In Mexico we also hadĀ Native Americans who inhabit the valley of the RĆ­o Yaqui in the state of Sonora and you could findĀ them in the states ofĀ DurangoĀ and Chihuahua too. However their community originated in Arizona.Ā 

Serving the Sonora Pork Stew with Homemade Flour Tortillas
Serving the Sonora Pork Stew with Homemade Flour Tortillas

The cuisine in those Northern states in Mexico has influence from the Indian Yaqui culinary culture. And this Sonora Pork Stew is a great example. At home we were used to enjoy this dish when the temperatures dropped. The consistency of the stew resembles a chili but has pinto beans, wheat, chile pasado (a dried roasted pepper that tastes like a poblano pepper) and pork.

Smithfield Fresh Pork gives you quality and freshness you can see and touch in all of its hand-selected and hand-trimmed cuts
Smithfield Fresh Pork gives you quality and freshness you can see and touch in all of its hand-selected and hand-trimmed cuts

For the stew, I am using Smithfield All Natural Fresh Pork, because of it’sĀ quality and freshness. The experts at Smithfield hand-selected and hand-trimmed the pork cuts. And you can tell, because no matter which cut you buy all have great quality, to prepareĀ flavorful meals.

VisitĀ SaborSmithfield.com for delicious recipes ideas and to learn more about Smithfieldā€™s quality and freshness.

The Sonora Pork Stew is a complete meal in a bowl. It is served with homemade flour tortillas and fresh garnishes. Such as chopped cilantro and serrano peppers. Some like to add shredded Chihuahua cheese too.

The Sonora Pork Stew is a family favorite and a perfect dish for the Holidays and Las Posadas
The Sonora Pork Stew is a family favorite and a perfect dish for the Holidays and Las Posadas

Since the holidays is all about family gatherings this Sonora Pork Stew comes handy. You can prepare it a day or two in advance. The more the stew simmers the better the flavors develop. This stew is hearty and fulfilling.Ā Can be a great option for entertaining at home. Serve for an upcoming Posada or for game day. And why not offer for breakfast the day after Christmas.

Pozole Sonorense

Sonora Pork Stew

Chef Adriana Martin
Sonora Pork Stew or Pozole Sonorense made with fresh pork loin, pinto beans and wheat.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Pork, Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican Cuisine
Servings 10 servings
Calories

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Smithfield All Natural Fresh Pork Loins medium size
  • 2 cups cooked wheat
  • 4 cups cooked pinto beans
  • 3 roasted poblano pepper chopped
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
  • 1 teaspoon ground black peppers
  • 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon
  • 6 cups water

Instructions
 

  • Cut the Smithfield All Natural Fresh Pork Loins in cubes and season with the cooking oil, cumin, granulated garlic and chicken bouillon. Sear the seasoned pork and cook for 45 minutes in the pressure cooker with 4-5 cups of water. Follow safety when using the pressure cooker.
  • When the pork is cooked shred with two forks and set aside. In a dutch oven add the pinto beans, the cooked wheat, the poblano peppers and add the shredded pork with some of the cooking broth. You can add one cup more of water if desired.
  • Combine all ingredients well and simmer for 30 minutes. You can add more chicken bouillon or sea salt if needed. Serve the Sonora Pork Stew hot and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serrano peppers.

Notes

Pair the meal with homemade flour tortillas. This dish can be cooked in the slow cooker. The more the stew simmers the better the flavor will become, so it is suggested to prepare one or two days in advance.
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Sonora Pork Stew or Pozole Sonorense made with fresh pork loin, pinto beans and wheat
Sonora Pork Stew or Pozole Sonorense made with fresh pork loin, pinto beans and wheat

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