The Story of the Soup: Pozole Rojo

With its wide array of flavors and textures, the Pozole Rojo is a celebration not to be missed. Earthy, aromatic, full of flavor--you won’t mistake the character, and the power, of this special soup. Chef Mike (“Wine About Food”) grew up in a family that knew the power of gathering around food, and to this day he’s passionate about creating those opportunities for others. The Pozole Rojo is the soup that’s at the heart of his story and his passion. Created in Jalisco, on the Pacific coast of Mexico, this is a traditional soup for Mexican families and celebrations. Often served at weddings, you would find this soup in the heart of festive occasions, families, and it would fit right in, right next to your grandmother—warm, giving, traditional—Chef Mike calls this the “happy place.” The personality of the Pozole Rojo is bursting with flavors and textures. It features hominy and braised pork, then you add from a variety of condiments including chopped cabbage, radishes, cilantro, onions, cheese and chiles. At home you would all gather round a large pot, serve yourself, add the condiments to your taste, and “come back for as many servings as you wish!”The Pozole Rojo, full of traditional Mexican flair, carries a powerful presence and a powerful tradition of family as well. Honor it by loving well, and celebrating well! WineAboutFood.comFacebookInstagram
Pozole Rojo

With its wide array of flavors and textures, the Pozole Rojo is a celebration not to be missed. Earthy, aromatic, full of flavor--you won’t mistake the character, and the power, of this special soup.  

Chef Mike (“Wine About Food”) grew up in a family that knew the power of gathering around food, and to this day he’s passionate about creating those opportunities for others.  

The Pozole Rojo is the soup that’s at the heart of his story and his passion. Created in Jalisco, on the Pacific coast of Mexico, this is a traditional soup for Mexican families and celebrations. Often served at weddings, you would find this soup in the heart of festive occasions, families, and it would fit right in, right next to your grandmother—warm, giving, traditional—Chef Mike calls this the “happy place.”  

The personality of the Pozole Rojo is bursting with flavors and textures. It features hominy and braised pork, then you add from a variety of condiments including chopped cabbage, radishes, cilantro, onions, cheese and chiles.  

At home you would all gather round a large pot, serve yourself, add the condiments to your taste, and “come back for as many servings as you wish!” 

The Pozole Rojo, full of traditional Mexican flair, carries a powerful presence and a powerful tradition of family as well. Honor it by loving well, and celebrating well!  

 

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