Definition of paradoxical. 1  1a : of the nature of a paradox the paradoxical theory that global warming will lead to the next Ice Ageb : inclined to paradoxes. 2  2 : not being the normal or usual kind a paradoxical pulse paradoxical drug reactions.
10 hilariously insightful foreign words. Hominy refers to corn kernels without their germ and their hull, or bran. The germ and hull might be removed by soaking the corn in a special type of solution or by crushing the kernels and then sifting them out.
* Canned hominy works fine here. If you want to start with dried, put 1 cup dried hominy in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and add enough salt to season (the water should taste a tad salty), reduce heat to maintain a steady simmer, and cook until just tender (about 2 hours), drain, and then use as directed in the recipe above.