Flavor-Packed Mexican-Style Hominy for Authentic Recipes
Bring authentic Mexican flavor straight to your kitchen with La Preferida Mexican-Style Hominy. Made from premium corn that's traditionally prepared and seasoned with salt and lime, each tender kernel delivers the hearty texture and distinctive taste that make pozole, soups, and stews unforgettable.
Fully cooked and ready to use, this canned Mexican-style hominy saves time while bringing homemade flavor to every meal. Simply drain, heat, and enjoy in your favorite Mexican-inspired recipes.
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Ingredients: white hominy prepared with water, salt, citric acid and hydrated lime to enhance flavor.
Nutrition Facts (per serving): 90 calories | 2g protein | 2g fiber | 0g added sugar
See label for full nutrition facts.
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Why You’ll Love Our Mexican-Style Hominy
🌽 Authentic Mexican-Style Flavor
Prepared with salt and hydrated lime to deliver the traditional taste and texture found in classic Mexican recipes.
🌽 Ready to Use in Minutes
Fully cooked and canned for convenience—simply drain, rinse if desired, and add directly to soups, stews, or casseroles.
🌽 Perfect for Pozole & More
An essential ingredient for pozole, menudo, chili, casseroles, and other hearty comfort foods.
🌽 Simple, Quality Ingredients
Made with wholesome ingredients and no artificial flavors for clean, dependable pantry convenience.
🌽 Family-Owned Since 1949
For generations, La Preferida has helped families prepare authentic Mexican meals with trusted pantry staples.
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White Hominy vs. Mexican-Style Hominy: What’s the Difference?
Both products begin with whole corn that's traditionally prepared through nixtamalization, but Mexican-Style Hominy includes salt and hydrated lime to create a richer, more traditional flavor.
White Hominy has a milder taste that easily absorbs other ingredients, while Mexican-Style Hominy offers extra depth that's ideal for classic dishes like pozole and menudo.
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Quick Ways to Use Mexican-Style Hominy
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Build a comforting bowl of pozole in minutes
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Add texture to soups, stews, and chili
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Mix into taco fillings or enchilada casseroles
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Toss into southwest salads
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Blend into creamy hominy dips for parties
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RECIPES USING HOMINY
🥗 Hominy Salad with Pumpkin Dressing – Warm roasted veggies meet creamy hominy.
🐓 Chipotle Chicken Pozole– A smoky, belly-warming classic.
🫘 Charro Bean Stew – A hearty blend of beans, hominy, and tender chicken.
👉 [See all Hominy Recipes ...]
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Why Choose La Preferida?
For over 75 years, La Preferida has been bringing authentic Mexican pantry staples to kitchens across America. Our Mexican-Style Hominy is fully cooked, made with quality ingredients, and crafted to help you create traditional recipes with confidence and convenience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What's the difference between white hominy and Mexican-style hominy?
Mexican-Style Hominy is seasoned with salt and hydrated lime for a richer, more traditional flavor, while White Hominy has a milder taste that easily absorbs other seasonings.
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Do I need to cook canned Mexican-style hominy?
No. It's fully cooked and ready to use. Simply drain, rinse if desired, heat, and serve.
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What is Mexican-style hominy used for?
It's commonly used in pozole, menudo, soups, stews, casseroles, and other authentic Mexican recipes.
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Can I substitute Mexican-style hominy for white hominy?
Yes. Both work in many recipes, though Mexican-Style Hominy has a more seasoned flavor that adds extra depth to traditional dishes.
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Is Mexican-style hominy gluten-free?
Hominy is naturally gluten-free, but always check the package label if you have specific dietary concerns.