I’m in the camp that defends there is nothing wrong with leftovers as they are if there is enough to go around, but that doesn’t mean I don’t love a re-purposing challenge. In this case, leftover pork roast splurges on the total makeover package. Leftover Pork Posole Verde is how I want to eat whatever’s left of the roast.
“Leftover Pork” Posole Verde
30 MIN
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 lb leftover cooked pork (about 3 cups), shredded or diced
- 1 14.5-oz can hominy, drained
- 1 14.5-oz can pinto beans, drained
- 1 4-oz can diced green chilis, mild
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4-1/2 cup salsa verde (optional)
- Large handful minced cilantro
To serve:
- Sliced radishes
- Chopped green onions
- Sliced avocado
- Shredded cheese
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Toasted tortillas
Directions
In a large saucepan or small soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and saute for 5 minutes.
Stir in garlic and cumin and cook for 30 seconds more. Add the next 6 ingredients (stock through oregano) and bring soup to a simmer. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
The salsa verde adds a pop of acidity that is delicious in this soup. Add to taste. Or substitute for a squeeze of fresh lime juice or 1-2 tsp red wine vinegar in a pinch.
Season to taste with additional salt, stir in cilantro. Serve soup alongside toasted tortillas, topped with whatever you have on hand, liked diced avocado and green onion, shredded cheese, and sliced radishes.
Meal Prep Tips
With the exception of the onion, garlic, and cilantro, this soup requires no major prep. You can easily pull it together in 30 minutes.
I always have leftover pork tenderloin. This recipe was so simple to put together and fabulous tasting. Thanks for this , it was a big hit with family.
Hi there! So glad this made good use of the leftover tenderloin! Thanks for taking the time to let me know!
This is very delicious, fast, and easy. We love posole and this is such a simple version, and much better! I had to use black beans in place of pintos because thats what I had on hand. I will do this recipe again soon using pintos. Also, I used leftover grilled ribeye pork chops.
Oh good, glad it turned out well for you! I’m sure the leftover ribeyes added great flavor. Thanks for leaving feedback!
Excellent! This dish is so hearty yet light and refreshing. I used homemade beef bone broth as I had it on hand. My husband loved this dish! He gave it a thumbs up!