Red Chickpea Pozole Recipe (with Video)

For the pozole
1. Heat the oil in a large pot and add the crushed garlic and onion; cook until softened and slightly golden.
2. Add a cup of water, followed by the bay leaf, pepper, salt and toasted chilies. Boil until the chilies are softened. Drain the water and devein and remove the seeds.
3. In a blender, add all the contents of the pot and blend until perfectly smooth.
4. Return to the pot and add the rest of the water. Add the chickpeas and the pork loin. At low temperature, cook with the lid on for approximately 45 minutes or until the meat and the chickpeas are soft.
5. Remove the pork loin and shred the meat. Place it back intto the stock and keep warm.
To serve
1. Serve the pozole hot and accompany with the rest of the ingredients.
2. Enjoy.