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Mexican beef and hominy stew

Recipe Information

Description:
Mexican beef and hominy stew is a delicious Latin American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 1 hour of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour, 15 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 10 (1 cup) servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 10 (1 cup)
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 1 Hour
Total Time 1 Hour, 15 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Tomatoes; Beef; Hominy
Category Fruit; Meat; Rice & Grains
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Main Dish
Subtype Soup
Cuisine Latin American; Mexican
Cook Method Sautéing; Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds lean beef, cubed

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 large onion, chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

  • 1 can (15 ounces) stewed tomatoes

  • 2 ounces tomato paste

  • 1 can (1 pound, 13 ounces) hominy

Directions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot and sauté the beef.

  • Add the chopped onion, garlic, salt, black pepper, cilantro, and enough water to submerge the ingredients. Cover the pot and cook over low heat until the meat is tender.

  • Add the tomatoes and tomato paste and cook for 20 minutes.

  • Add the hominy and cook for another 15 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally. Additional water may be added if the stew is too thick.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 253 cal

  • Total fat: 10g

  • Saturated fat: 3g

  • Cholesterol: 52mg

  • Sodium: 425mg

  • Potassium: 485mg

  • Carbohydrate: 19g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Protein: 22g