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pearl hominy

 

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Noun pearl hominy has 1 sense
  1. pearl hominy - hominy prepared by milling to pellets of medium size
    --1 is a kind of
    hominy

Definitions from the Web

Pearl Hominy

Definition:

Pearl hominy refers to a type of processed corn that has been soaked in an alkali solution, usually lye or lime, to remove the outer hull. The process results in tender, puffed-up kernels with a distinct flavor and texture.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A food ingredient made from dried corn kernels that have been treated with an alkali solution, often used in Southern United States cuisine.

2. The processed corn kernels themselves, often boiled or fried before consuming.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1:

In Southern cooking, pearl hominy is often used in traditional dishes like hominy grits or as an ingredient in stews like menudo.

To make a hearty pozole soup, simmer pearl hominy along with pork and spices for a rich and flavorful base.

Sense 2:

We had a delicious meal of fried catfish served with a side of crispy pearl hominy.

The chef garnished the creamy hominy grits with fresh herbs and spicy chorizo for an extra punch of flavor.

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