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Today is the first day of Lent. Many of us observe the 40 days of reflection and spiritual preparation for the Easter celebration. More meatless and seafood meals are consumed during this time as penitential observance. It is also a time to think of others and assist those in need.
During the Lenten season, we gather and collect clothing we do not use and donate them to organizations that help distribute these items. We also collect toiletries and baby items for the less fortunate. It’s a great way to get your Spring cleaning started involving the entire family.
Shrimp Pozole is a delicious seafood twist on the traditional pozole. Perfect for the Lenten season.
When we gather for our Spring cleaning tradition, I like to prepare something appropriate for the occasion. We love pozole on the weekends, but during the Lenten season, I like to include large, plump shrimp to the spicy guajillo broth. This year, I decided to add Clamato® Tomato Cocktail to the pozole preparation and give it that authentic tomato cocktail spice that everyone loves. We love it in shrimp cocktail and Micheladas, why not in a spicy pozole?
Gathering, or “conviviendo” with my family during this special time of the year, around a very meaningful meal is what the season is about. By creating a tradition as simple as Spring cleaning to help others, we are instilling a cultural, spiritual and compassionate elements to the younger generation. While at the same time, creating some of the best memories our entire family will cherish for many years.
This shrimp pozole recipe is very simple to prepare. All ingredients are available at your local Walmart. They make it so convenient by having everything we need in just one store trip. Quick with no hassle. So top your pozole with lots of fresh produce and spices because you will find them all at Walmart. I decided to load mine with lettuce, radishes, cucumber, onion, Serrano slices, oregano and a squeeze of lime. The special ingredient, Clamato Tomato Cocktail, can be found in the Walmart juice aisle in 64-ounce or 32-ounce containers. Perfect for a large hungry crowd.
Enjoy the amazing food of the Lenten season prepared with ingredients from Walmart and Clamato Tomato Cocktail. It’s my favorite time in the kitchen because that’s when vegetarian and seafood creativity flows. Some of my favorite Latin dishes of all time are dishes created for the Lenten season. I look forward to them every year.
If you are looking for more Lent recipe ideas or inspiration for your next feast, visit Clamato. Or follow the hashtag #40DaysofFlavor on all social media channels.
Shrimp Pozole
A delicious seafood twist on the traditional pozole. Perfect for the Lenten season.
Ingredients
9 dried guajillo chili pods, seeds and stems removed
1-2 dried chile de arbol pods, seeds and stems removed
4 garlic cloves
½ white onion, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano, crushed
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons shrimp bouillon
4 cups low sodium chicken broth (vegetable broth or water)
2 cups Clamato Tomato Cocktail
3 cups cooked white hominy, rinsed and drained
12 ounces large cooked shrimp, tail off
Toppings:
lettuce, shredded
radishes, chopped
cucumber, chopped
white onion, chopped
Serrano chilies, slced
Dried oregano, crushed
Lime juice
Instructions
Place chili pods with enough water to cover in a medium saucepan. Soak for 90 minutes then boil over medium heat for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Place garlic cloves and onion in a blender container. Add soaked chili pods and 2 cups of water chilies soaked in. Blend until smooth. Run mixture through a sieve.
Heat oil in a large saucepan. Add chili mixture, oregano, bay leaves, bouillon and broth. Bring to a simmer, stir in Clamato and hominy. Cook for 5 minutes then turn heat off. Stir in shrimp
Serve. Top with lettuce, radishes, cucumber, onion, Serrano chilies, dried oregano and a squeeze of lime juice.
