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Cabbage Pozole (Hominy-Free)
Carbs / serving
12g
Fiber / serving
4g
Glycemic Index
15
Serving
1.5 cups
In context
Recipe Intelligence
Why it can spike blood sugar
Vegetable-based soups are low in starch, though the flavor base may contain minor traces of complex carbohydrates from the aromatics.
Cooking tips
1. Sauté 1 diced onion and 4 garlic cloves in a large pot. 2. Add 1 lb shredded cabbage and 6 cups chicken stock. 3. Stir in 2 tbsp guajillo chili paste. 4. Simmer for 20 minutes until cabbage is tender-crisp. 5. Whisk in 1 tbsp green banana flour at the end to thicken the broth.
Why the swaps are better
Replacing high-glycemic hominy with nutrient-dense cabbage drops the net carb count by over 60%. This swap provides a similar texture while keeping the blood sugar curve flat.
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