When I think of hominy, my mind goes straight to posole, that cozy, spicy Mexican soup that just wraps you up like a blanket. But oh, are you in for a treat, because there are so many other ways to let those chewy, earthy kernels shine. I’ve rounded up 30 hominy recipes that range from quick breakfast scrambles to crunchy homemade snacks, and I can’t wait for you to dig in.
1. Hominy Grits
These aren’t your traditional Southern grits, but they are still completely amazing in their own way. Whole hominy kernels get tossed with nutritional yeast, serranos, and a big bold blend of spices for a dish that’s more chewy than creamy, and I am here for every single bite. It’s a fantastic vegan sidekick for Mexican food or barbecue, and I will happily gobble it up for breakfast too.
2. Hominy Stew with Bacon and Poblanos
Most people think of Chile Rellenos first when they see poblanos, but like hominy, those peppers have so many more delicious uses. This stew is jam packed with veggies and loaded with nutrients, all swimming in a spicy, savory, zesty, and garlicky broth. It’s basically every single flavor you could possibly want in one single pot.
3. Mote Pillo (Ecuadorian Hominy with Eggs)
Mote Pillo is a gratifying breakfast that gives your usual scrambled eggs a serious glow up. Sautéing the hominy with onions and letting it simmer with a splash of milk adds a deep, savory layer that only gets better when you scramble an egg right into the mix. The whole beautiful thing takes about 15 minutes flat, so it’s absolutely doable even when you’re still half asleep.
4. Hominy Au Gratin
If you already love a classic gratin, you have to switch things up and try it with hominy. Imagine that familiar super cheesy, creamy situation, but now each bite carries the gentle earthiness of hominy and little salty pops of bacon.
There are pimento peppers tucked in there too, adding just a whisper of sweetness that cuts through all the richness so beautifully. It’s comfort food with a deliciously unexpected personality.
5. Homemade Corn Nuts
Wanna know the secret to making killer corn nuts at home? It’s as simple as grabbing some hominy.
These crispy little bites are perfect for powering through your afternoon or munching on during a road trip. They’re so incredibly easy to make that I honestly doubt you’ll ever reach for a store bought bag again.
6. Hominy Casserole
I know I’ve mentioned a few casseroles already, but I love them so much I had to share one more. Underneath all that glorious cream and cheese, you’ll discover something unique: this one uses two types of hominy for extra texture and flavor. There’s also some green chili hiding in the mix, bringing just the right amount of gentle spice to every cozy forkful.
7. Canjica (Brazilian Hominy Pudding)
Canjica is one of those truly special treats that feels like a hug in a bowl. It’s a sweet hominy dessert with a creamy, rice pudding like personality that I find completely irresistible.
Condensed milk brings all the luscious richness, while warm hints of cinnamon and nutmeg float through every spoonful. Yum is truly the only word you need here.
8. White Menudo Soup
Menudo is a traditional Mexican soup that stars tripe, and I know that’s not everyone’s cup of tea. But if you’re feeling adventurous, I really recommend giving it a try because it’s fresh and loaded with white hominy. If you’re a pho fan, I think there’s a whole new comfort bowl right here for you to fall in love with.
9. Hominy Corn Porridge
If you’re on the hunt for a dairy free porridge that still tastes decadent, give this Jamaican version a whirl. Sweet hominy kernels swim in an incredibly thick and creamy base that’s infused with a dreamy vanilla flavor. The secret to getting that just right texture and richness is using both canned coconut milk and canned coconut condensed milk.
10. Chipotle Sweet Potato Vegan Posole
Even the strictest carnivore will reach for a second bowl of this incredible vegan posole. It transforms a classic meat soup into a rich veggie feast with so many layers of flavor. Alongside the must-have hominy, you’ve got tender sweet potato, poblano peppers, and fire roasted tomatoes all coming together in the most mouthwatering way.
11. Green Chile Hominy Casserole with Chorizo
When you’re craving straight up Mexican comfort food, this casserole is a prime choice for dinner. It’s full of all the best staples: hominy, spicy chorizo, and poblanos, all drowning in a luscious blend of sour cream and cheese.
Delish! This cheesy, savory, homestyle dish is a total showstopper for family dinners, potlucks, and holidays.
12. Pinto Bean and Hominy Salad
You can absolutely enjoy hominy fresh and bright, like in this easy Texan style salad. It tosses together garden fresh veggies, creamy pinto beans, and wonderfully chewy hominy for a texture party that I just can’t get enough of. Every forkful is zippy, earthy, garlicky, and has a little hint of heat, which is way more excitement than I usually get from a bowl of greens.
13. Easy Hominy and Sausage Casserole
Now that we’re on the topic of breakfast, you’ve got to get a taste of this casserole. Savory pork sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, and canned hominy all get tangled up in fluffy eggs for one lip smacking morning dish. Yeah, it really is that good, the kind of thing that pulls everyone out of bed with zero complaints.
14. Binatog
Binatog is a Filipino treat with a sunny tropical twist that I find completely delightful. It turns simple hominy into a sweet, coconutty bowl of goodness that works equally well for breakfast or dessert. The ingredient list is as minimal as it gets, and the hands on time is practically nothing, so it’s another wonderful entry point if you’re just getting to know hominy.
15. Pantry White Bean Salsa Verde Soup
You’ll be amazed at how a few humble ingredients transform into something so slurp worthy. Hearty hominy and creamy white beans become a wonderful backdrop for a generous kick of salsa verde that livens up the entire pot. This beauty needs just ten minutes of your time, so definitely bookmark it for those nights when you need a quick, flavorful win.
16. Summer Zucchini and Hominy
This veggie dish is so tasty and effortless that I find myself making it on repeat all summer long. Just sauté some hominy with zucchini and ripe tomatoes, let everything simmer together, and you’re pretty much done. A pinch of chili powder and a bright squeeze of lime keep the whole bowl feeling fresh, light, and ridiculously good.
17. Beef and Hominy Casserole
This casserole is loaded with savory, cheesy, tomatoey goodness in every single bite. It’s a protein packed lifesaver that also happens to clear out a bunch of cans and boxes that have been hanging around your pantry.
I like to reach for lean ground beef to keep things on the lighter side, though ground turkey slides in just as nicely. Honestly, if you’re dipping your toes into cooking with hominy for the first time, this is the perfect place to start.
18. Hominy Quesadillas
The kid in me will never, ever resist a hot, melty quesadilla, and this is my go to late night snack. It’s loaded with hominy and Mexican style Rotel, then oozing with Velveeta cheese for the ultimate indulgent pull apart moment. If Velveeta isn’t your thing, you can absolutely swap in any wonderfully melty cheese you prefer.
19. Colombian Yellow Hominy Soup (Sopa de Mute)
Colombians absolutely know how to turn hominy into a tantalizing soup experience. This one strikes a phenomenal balance between hearty veggies and tender pork, with a base that gets its pop from hogao, a Colombian creole sauce built on tomatoes. If you keep things vegetarian or vegan, I think it will taste just as amazing without the meat.
20. Llapingachos de Mote (Hominy Corn Patties)
These Ecuadorian style patties are seriously addictive and so fun to make. Traditional llapingachos are usually potato based and stuffed with gooey cheese, but this recipe cleverly swaps in hominy for a whole new vibe. You get to choose your own adventure with the filling: go for shredded pork, stay melty with cheese, or live a little and pack in both.
21. Mexican Black Bean and Hominy Salad
Here’s another lively, colorful way to work hominy and beans into your rotation. A good squeeze of lime and a pile of crisp diced veggies keep the whole thing tasting incredibly fresh and lively.
While black beans and corn lean Southwestern, the hominy nudges all those flavors right into Mexican territory. It’s the kind of salad that wakes up your lunch routine without any fuss.
22. Pozole Rojo (Mexican Pork and Hominy Stew)
If your heart is set on a more traditional pozole, this is the recipe you need in your life. Red chiles build a complex, deep flavor that pairs swimmingly with beautifully browned pork shoulder while hominy adds a meaty texture that melds into everything. The spice and heartiness make it the perfect bowl for chasing away the chill on a cold, blustery day.
23. Pinto Posole
Posole is that first hominy dish everyone thinks of, and for good reason. This vegan version is one of my absolute favorites, built almost entirely from pantry staples with a handful of fresh garnishes to liven things up.
The real star besides the hominy is the Guajillo chiles, which bring all the deep, smoky flavor without blowing your head off with heat. They’re a Mexican sauce essential for a reason, and here they make every spoonful sing.
24. Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup with Hominy
This is hands down one of my favorite ways to fix up tortilla soup. The garlicky, spicy tomato broth infuses every shred of chicken and kernel of hominy with incredible flavor that just feels right at home in your bowl. Pile on as many
25. Instant Pot Hominy
I am all about effortless Instant Pot sides, and this one sits right at the top of my list. Toss in just four ingredients and let the machine work its magic to deliver something wonderfully earthy and lightly sweet. It pairs beautifully with practically anything you’re serving, which means it’s going to be on your table constantly.
26. Toasted Hominy Bacon and Eggs
Talk about a breakfast that flips the script on humble eggs and bacon. You’ll cook the hominy right alongside the bacon so it soaks up all that delicious rendered goodness, then top the whole thing with a perfectly poached egg. Since hominy is naturally starchy, it creates this incredible hash like situation that feels completely unique and ridiculously satisfying.
27. Pozole Verde de Pollo (Chicken Pozole)
You’ve got to try this sensational chicken pozole, another Mexican soup that lets hominy truly shine. I adore the lineup of spicy green veggies that make this bowl glow, from jalapeños to poblanos, so expect a nice kick of heat. And because it’s a verde situation, tangy tomatillos are right there in the mix tying it all together beautifully.
28. Creamy Hominy with Green Chile and Kielbasa
This one pan dish is the definition of comforting, creamy, and savory all tangled together. Fair warning, it’s definitely a splurge day situation because it pulls out all the stops: kielbasa cooked in bacon grease, a handful of cheese, and a generous smothering of sour cream on top. It’s rich, indulgent, and worth every single calorie.
29. Blue Cheese Hominy Casserole
Think a humble casserole can’t be bold and a little bit daring? This one will change your mind in the best possible way.
The sharp bite of blue cheese and the smoky warmth of paprika weave through every kernel of hominy, making it anything but boring. It’s a vegetarian showstopper that takes a simple dish and turns it into something you’ll want to serve at a dinner party.
30. Cilantro Rice with Hominy
When you need the easiest Mexican side dish on the planet, grab your rice cooker and let’s make this happen. Sweet hominy and fresh, leafy cilantro turn plain rice into my new favorite companion for Taco Tuesday. With a rice cooker or an Instant Pot doing the heavy lifting, it comes out perfectly fluffy and flavorful every single time.