Pork Head in Pozol

Pork head in pozol is a traditional Nicaraguan main dish. The pork head is cooked with seasonings for several hours, then mixed with corn dough and cooked further until it thickens into a stew. It is served with tortillas and other ingredients to enjoy its unique flavor.

Pork head in pozol is a traditional dish enjoyed in many regions of Latin America.

The pork head is slowly cooked with intense flavors, creating a delicious and comforting mix.

The thick texture and combination of ingredients make this dish a unique culinary experience.

Pork Head in Pozol

Main Dish
1 hour
10 Servings

Ingredients

2 pounds of Corn dough

1 Achiote

5 Garlic cloves

2 Tomatoes

2 Onions

2 Bell peppers

1 tablespoon of Cumin

3 Sour oranges (juice)

1 pinch of Salt

1 Pork head

1 pinch of Pepper

Preparation

Step 1 : To prepare this recipe, start by boiling the pork head in a pot for about 3 hours over medium heat.

Step 2 : Season with cumin, salt, pepper, orange juice, and garlic.

Step 3 : Then, cook the corn until it turns into pozol, which usually takes around 30 minutes.

Step 4 : Add the pork head cut into pieces and continue cooking until the mixture thickens, similar to a stew.

Step 5 : Finally, add all remaining ingredients, such as onion, bell pepper, achiote, among others.

Step 6 : The dish is served with tortillas on the side.

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