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Green Chile Beef & Hominy Soup


  • Author: Luna
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can (15 ounces) hominy, drained and rinsed
  • 1 ½ cups roasted green chiles, chopped
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened.
  • Add the ground beef and cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks, until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease if necessary.
  • Stir in the garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  • Cook for approximately 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  • Add the diced tomatoes, roasted green chiles, hominy, and beef broth.
  • Stir well and bring the soup to a gentle boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the fresh lime juice and cilantro.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • Serve hot with Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, avocado, green onions, tortilla strips, cilantro, or your favorite toppings.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: Approximately 345 per serving