Cast Iron Dutch Oven - Ideal for slow cooking stews and soups; evenly distributes heat, durable, and has excellent heat retention.
Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer (with Dough Hook) - Used to mix hominy dough if desired, especially in recipes that require kneading for thickening purposes.
Large Pot with Lid (at least 6 quarts) - Essential for cooking stews; allows for boiling ingredients and simmering the final product without spillovers.
Chef's Knife - A versatile tool used in various prep work, including chopping vegetables and meats.
Cutting Board (wood or bamboo) - Provides a surface for safely cutting ingredients without damaging countertops.
Food Processor - Can be used to finely chop onions, garlic, and herbs quickly; also useful in making dough if needed.
Measuring Cups (both liquid and dry) - Ensures accurate measurements for the recipe's success; essential for balancing flavors.
Slow Cooker or CasseroCook Pot (if using an alternative slow cooking method) - For those who prefer to cook in bulk, a slow cooker can prepare large quantities of stew over several hours.
Large Ladle - Useful for stirring the pot and serving the stew once it's ready without spilling.
Mixing Spatula (ideally silicone) - Easy to clean, can be used for mixing ingredients in a non-stick pot or Dutch oven.
Immersion Blender - Useful for pureeing cooked vegetables or making soups smooth; not essential but adds versatility to the kitchen setup.
1 bunch mint (1 ounce)
1 bunch cilantro (1 ounce)
4 pound country-style pork ribs (not lean)
10 cups water
26 garlic cloves (about 1 1/2 heads), peeled, divided
1 (1/2-pound) white onion, quartered, plus 1/2 cup, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano (preferably Mexican)
5 whole black peppercorns
2 ounces dried guajillo or New Mexico chiles (6 to 9), wiped clean
1 1/2 ounces dried ancho chiles (2 to 4), wiped clean
1 whole clove
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 (15-ounce) cans hominy (also called pozole), rinsed and drained
Accompaniments: diced avocado; crema; queso fresco; thinly sliced iceberg or romaine lettuce; chopped white onion; sliced radishes; fried tortilla strips or chips; lime wedges; dried oregano; dried hot red-pepper flakes
I publish delicious recipes that most of the times required 10 ingredients or less and 30 minutes or less to prepare.
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