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In a large pan, saute the onions in lard or bacon fat until clear. Add the garlic and spices and cook another two minutes.
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Add meat, green chili, rinsed hominy and beans. (The beans are not traditional). Cook another two minutes. Pour stock over all. Add salt to taste. Simmer, covered for about 1 hour
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Pass cilantro and lime wedges for those who like a pinch of cilantro and a squeeze of lime over their soup. (I served cornbread even though I was trying not to eat bread.)
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Garnishes for soup: (whatever you want to garnish with will be great)
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Thinly sliced radishes
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Thinly sliced jalapeños
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Slices of avocado
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Sour cream
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Cilantro, chopped
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Chili powder
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Green onions, thinly sliced
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Tortilla chips
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Romaine lettuce, thinly sliced