Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 lbs

pork ribs

8 cup

water

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

pepper

0.5 tsp

ground cumin

0.5 tsp

sazon goya with azafran

2 unit

scallions

whole

15 ounce

yellow hominy

canned

2 unit

potatoes

peeled and diced

0.25 cup

fresh cilantro

chopped

0.25 cup

tomato sauce

Colombian Tomato and Onion Sauce (Hogao)

0.5 tsp

fresh thyme

Step 1
~7 min

Place a pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~7 min

Add the water, salt, pepper, whole scallions, cumin, sazon Goya, and pork ribs to the pot.

Step 3
~7 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 4
~7 min

Reduce the heat to medium-low.

Step 5
~7 min

Cook for about 35 to 40 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the pork to tenderize.

Step 6
~7 min

Discard the scallions.

Step 7
~7 min

Add potato, hominy, thyme, and hogao to the pot.

Step 8
~7 min

Cover and cook for 25 minutes more or until the pork and potatoes are cooked.

Step 9
~7 min

Stir in the cilantro.

Step 10
~7 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Serve with a side of avocado.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Accompany with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Arepas
Avocado

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Colombia

Cultural Significance

A traditional Colombian soup, often served during celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Weekend cooking
Comfort food night

Popularity Score

60/100

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