Beef Pasole
Family-Style Beef Pozole Recipe
Serves 12 People
A comforting homemade pozole made with tender beef chuck, rich broth, hearty hominy, and fresh traditional toppings served family-style.
Ingredients
- 1 large stock pot filled with about 16 cups water
- 5 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
- 4 large cans white hominy (25 oz each), drained and rinsed
- 2 medium white onions, halved
- 10 cloves fresh garlic
- 3–4 tablespoons powdered beef bouillon (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
Fresh Toppings & Sides
Serve on the side so everyone can customize their bowl:
- 1/2 head green cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 bunches radishes, thinly sliced
- 1 large bunch cilantro, chopped
- 1 white onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 6 limes, cut into wedges
- 4 lemons, cut into wedges
- Fresh corn tortillas, warmed
Instructions
- Cook the Beef
In a very large pot, add the water, beef chuck, onions, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and beef bouillon. Bring to a boil over high heat. - Simmer Until Tender
Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until the beef becomes very tender and easy to shred. Skim any foam or excess fat from the top while cooking. - Shred the Meat
Remove the beef from the pot and shred into bite-sized pieces. Discard excess fat if desired. Return the shredded beef to the broth. - Add the Hominy
Stir in the rinsed hominy and simmer for another 30–45 minutes so the flavors blend together. - Taste & Adjust
Add more bouillon, salt, or pepper if needed. Pozole should have a rich, savory broth. - Serve Family-Style
Ladle hot pozole into bowls and serve with shredded cabbage, radishes, cilantro, onions, oregano, lime and lemon wedges, and warm corn tortillas on the side.
Optional Additions
For extra flavor and a more traditional red pozole style, you can also add:
- Guajillo chile sauce
- Crushed red pepper
- Tostadas instead of tortillas
- Avocado slices
Enjoy with family gatherings, holidays, or cold evenings — the best part is everyone builds their bowl exactly how they like it.

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