Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
8 unit

giant white dried corn kernels

dried

2 lbs

pork stew meat

cubed

1 tbsp

vegetable oil

1 unit

large tomatoes

chopped

1 unit

medium onion

chopped

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

2 unit

jalapeno peppers

seeded and minced

2 tsp

sazon goya con culantro y achiote

14 unit

chicken broth

1 tsp

salt

to taste

1 tsp

pepper

to taste

Step 1
~40 min

Soak dried corn kernels overnight in cold water (approximately 12 hours).

Step 2
~40 min

Drain the soaked corn kernels and rinse them thoroughly.

Step 3
~40 min

Place the drained corn kernels in a crock pot.

Step 4
~40 min

Cover the corn kernels with cold water in the crock pot.

Step 5
~40 min

Cook the corn on LOW setting for 10 to 12 hours, or until the corn is soft and tender.

Step 6
~40 min

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7
~40 min

Brown the cubed pork stew meat in the skillet.

Step 8
~40 min

Transfer the browned pork to the crock pot with the cooked corn.

Step 9
~40 min

Deglaze the skillet with a small amount of water to capture any remaining browned bits and juices.

Step 10
~40 min

Pour the deglazed juices into the crock pot.

Step 11
~40 min

Add the chopped tomatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, minced jalapeno peppers, sazon goya con culantro y achiote, and chicken broth to the crock pot.

Step 12
~40 min

Add enough water to cover all ingredients in the crock pot.

Step 13
~40 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 14
~40 min

Cook on LOW setting for 6 to 8 hours, or until the flavors have melded together and the corn has fully opened.

Step 15
~40 min

Sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving, if desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use bone-in pork shoulder instead of stew meat.

Add other vegetables like potatoes, carrots, or celery for a more complete meal.

Adjust the amount of jalapeno peppers to control the spiciness.

Serve with warm tortillas or cornbread.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with warm tortillas or cornbread.

Top with sour cream or Mexican crema.

Add a squeeze of lime juice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in many Mexican households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Dia de los Muertos

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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