Instant Pot Vegan Hominy Stew

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €11.10 · €1.85/serving

• 2 cans (24 ounces) hominyEst. price €1.20–€2.50
• 2 dried ancho chiles, stemmed, seeded, and rinsedEst. price €0.80–€1.60
• 2 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed, seeded, and rinsedEst. price €0.80–€1.60
• 1 medium white onion, choppedEst. price €0.40–€0.80
• 3 cloves garlic, peeled and choppedEst. price €0.15–€0.30
• 1 tsp. ground cuminEst. price €0.10–€0.20
• 2 whole clovesEst. price €0.05–€0.15
• 1 Tbsp. kosher salt, plus more to tasteEst. price €0.05–€0.15
• 1/4 cup olive oil, dividedEst. price €0.40–€0.80
• 2 pounds cremini mushrooms, wiped clean, and slicedEst. price €4.00–€7.00

Steps

1. 1

   Begin by draining the hominy and transferring it to a spacious bowl. Submerge it in water and allow it to soak while you ready the remaining ingredients. Next, immerse the dried chiles in hot water and let them soak until they become soft and flexible, typically around 10 to 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Using tongs, take out the rehydrated chiles and set aside the soaking liquid. Place the chiles in a blender along with onion, garlic, cumin, cloves, salt, and ½ cup (120 ml) of the reserved liquid. Blend on high speed until a smooth mixture is achieved.

3. 3

   Begin by setting the Instant Pot to SAUTE mode on high heat. Pour in half of the oil and allow it to heat up for 1 to 2 minutes. Introduce half of the mushrooms into the pot, ensuring they are coated in the oil, then leave them undisturbed until they develop a light golden brown color on one side. Stir the mushrooms and continue cooking until they start to soften. Transfer these cooked mushrooms to a plate and proceed by adding the remaining oil and mushrooms into the Instant Pot to repeat this process.

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• Cultural note

  Hominy stew is a traditional Mexican dish with roots in Indigenous cuisine. The use of dried chiles, corn, and Mexican oregano reflects the flavors and ingredients commonly found in Mexican cooking. The Instant Pot method adds a modern twist to this classic recipe.

• Seasonal note

  This Instant Pot Vegan Hominy Stew is perfect for cooler months when hearty and warming dishes are preferred. Ingredients like dried chiles and mushrooms are often readily available in fall and winter.

• Health note

  This dish is a good source of plant-based protein from hominy and mushrooms, while also providing a high amount of fiber for digestive health. The stew is rich in Vitamin C from ingredients like limes and radishes, which can boost immunity.