Maize Kernels for Pozole/Hominy 250g
Product information
£6.15
Description
Dried whole kernels of maize with a distinctive chewy texture, when soaked and cooked they are added like beans to many savoury dishes but most famously Pozole.
Pozole is a savoury, brothy stew with pork, chicken or beans, traditionally served for celebratory meals with colourful garnishes like shredded cabbage, sliced radishes, diced onion, Mexican oregano, árbol chilli flakes, lime wedges and tostadas. Delicious with tostadas spread with crema and sprinkled with cheese on the side.
Our maize for pozole is from Peru.
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What's Inside
Large de-husked kernels of maize from Peru.
Allergy Advice
Packed in a factory that handles nuts, peanuts and sesame.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place. Avoid exposure to light.
Preparation
No need to nixtamalise, how ever you can partially cook and then remove the cabeza (head) to help the kernels flower.
Soak maize overnight in cold water. Drain then add to a large pan with a halved onion, halved bulb of garlic and 2 bay leaves. Add fresh water to cover, bring to the boil then partially cover and reduce to a simmer. Cook for approx. 2½ hours or until the maize kernels are soft. See full recipe on our website.
