Zucchini Hominy Stew
📜 Collection: Unknown Eighteen | ✍️ Attribution: Tom | 📂 Category: Soups A hearty, rustic stew combining chunky zucchini, canned hominy, and spicy sausage with aromatic onions, garlic, and green chilis. Warmly spiced with oregano and cumin, this flavorful one-pot dish delivers a comforting, savory meal.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 30 mins | None | 4 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large pot
- Cutting board
- Chef’s knife
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| As needed | Zucchini | Chunked |
| 1 can | Hominy | Canned |
| 1 lb | Hot Sausage | Sliced or crumbled |
| 1 | Onions | Chopped |
| 2 cloves | Garlic | Minced |
| 1/2 cup | Green Chili | Chopped |
| 1 tsp | Oregano | Dried |
| 1 tsp | Cumin | Ground |
Instructions
Step 1: Prep and Cooking
- Chunk the zucchini and set aside.
- Brown the hot sausage in a large pot over medium heat until fully cooked.
- Add the chopped onions and minced garlic to the pot, sautéing until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in the green chili, oregano, and cumin, letting the spices bloom for a minute.
- Add the chunked zucchini and canned hominy to the mixture, simmering until the zucchini is tender and the stew is piping hot and well combined.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: This stew tastes even better the next day after the flavors have melded; store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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