Just the right thing to brighten up dreary winter days, and healthy at the same time Vegan Pozole is full of deep flavor and fresh color. Easy to make and tastes even better the next day!
Based on one of Mexico’s iconic dishes Vegan Pozole is packed with flavor and depth while being entirely plant-based! It comes together fairly quickly and the soup only tastes better over time, perfect for making a batch ahead for weeknight meals.
High-protein black beans and tender corn add healthy substance to this vegan soup. Roasted guajillo chilies mix with the broth to create a richly flavored base. Colorful peppers and spices make it as delightful as it is delicious.
The toppings are one of the best parts of this one-bowl meal. We like variety and let everyone top their own bowl.
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Ingredients in vegan pozole
Notes on ingredients
hominy– Corn kernels that have been soaked in an alkali solution, the corn will expand and become swollen and tender. Hominy is a staple in Mexican cuisine.
Black beans– we love these for their deep flavor, but feel free to substitute with what you have on hand.
Guajillo chillies– Mild with a rich and slightly fruity taste. These guajillo chilies are worth finding, although you can substitute other dry, mild chilies.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
How to make vegan pozole
Step one- Prepare the vegetables.
Deseed the guajillo chilies and tear into pieces. Dry fry in a skillet until they begin to darken and smell fragrant – about 2 minutes. Put aside.
step two– Sauté onions and poblano in oil for about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, chipotle powder, and epazote (or bay leaves) and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add 4 cups of vegetable broth and salt. Bring to a boil.
step three- Place the remaining 2 cups of broth in a blender along with the guajillo chiles, tomato paste, and cilantro sprigs and blend until smooth and add to the stock pot.
step four– Add the mashed corn and black beans and simmer for 10 minutes. Add bell peppers and continue cooking just a few minutes until bell peppers are just tender.
Pozole is a broth soup; the leftovers will of course thicken a bit.
If you prefer a thicker soup, you can add a tablespoon or two of masa flour to simmer with the black beans for a heartier base.
Pozole toppings
Frequently asked questions about recipes
Hominy is unique and it is difficult to reproduce the exact taste and texture. Here are some ingredients that can enhance the soup: corn, chickpeas or pieces of polenta.
A richly enriched broth traditionally made from pork or chicken with chilies, garlic and spices. It can also be made vegan with an incredibly flavorful vegetable broth.
Pozole is all about the toppings! After the soup is cooked, serve in bowls and garnish with sliced avocados, thinly sliced jalapeños and radishes, sour cream, crunchy tortilla strips, and shredded cabbage.
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We love sharing this beautiful soup with society where everyone can create their own masterpieces. fun and delicious!
Enjoy! ~ Tonia
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Description
This vegan black bean and corn pozole is bursting with Mexican flavor and is richly flavored with deep, complex flavors.
- Deseed the Guaillo peppers and tear into pieces. Dry fry in a skillet until they begin to darken and become fragrant, about 2 minutes. Put aside.
- Sauté onions and poblano in oil for about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, chipotle powder, and epazote (or bay leaves) and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add 4 cups of vegetable broth and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Place the remaining 2 cups of broth in a blender, add the guaillo chiles, tomato paste and coriander stalks and blend until smooth and add to the stock pot.
- Add cornmeal and black beans, simmer for 10 minutes. Add peppers, cook just a few minutes until peppers are just tender.
Serve with all your favorite toppings!
Remarks
Check the salt levels in the broth, beans, and hominy and adjust accordingly.
If you want a thicker soup, add 1-2 tablespoons of masa flour to the broth.
Nourishment
- Serving size: Generous cup
- Calories: 302
- Sugar: 6.8 g
- Sodium: 787.2mg
- Fat: 2.3g
- Saturated Fatty Acids: 0.4g
- Carbohydrates: 60.9 g
- Fiber: 13.1g
- Protein: 13.9 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg