Macadamia Free Pork & Hominy-Free Posole-Style Soup
This deeply satisfying soup draws inspiration from classic posole but swaps out the traditional hominy for tender chunks of cassava root, giving you that same hearty, starchy comfort in every spoonful. Slow-simmered pork shoulder becomes fall-apart tender after a long braise in bone broth seasoned with turmeric, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and oregano — a warm, aromatic blend that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. The cassava soaks up all that savory broth beautifully, while zucchini adds a fresh, light contrast near the end of cooking. A splash of apple cider vinegar right before serving brightens everything up and keeps the flavors from feeling heavy. The optional toppings — shredded cabbage, sliced radishes, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime — bring crunch, color, and a little zip that really complete the bowl. Every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to source, so there's no stress about hidden additives or cross-contact with tree nuts that can sneak into packaged soups and broths. It's the kind of deeply nourishing, crowd-pleasing meal that earns a permanent spot in your weeknight rotation.
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6 servings
For the soup
- 2 lb boneless pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch chunks
- 1 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 6 cups bone broth (homemade or aip-compliant brand)
- 1 lb cassava root (yuca), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
For serving
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 4 radishes, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
- ½ small head green cabbage, thinly shredded (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the pork shoulder chunks dry and season all over with 1 tsp fine sea salt. Heat the coconut oil in a large 6-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in two batches to avoid crowding, sear the pork on two sides until deep golden brown, about 3–4 minutes per side. Transfer the seared pork to a plate and set aside.
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the diced onion to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute — watch closely so the garlic does not brown.
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