Pork Menudo

why make this recipe

Pork Menudo is a delicious and hearty dish that brings comfort to the table. It’s a favorite in many households for its rich flavors and colorful ingredients. This dish is perfect for family gatherings and special occasions but is easy enough to make on a regular weeknight. With its tender pork, savory sauce, and a mix of vegetables, Pork Menudo is a satisfying meal that everyone will love.

how to make Pork Menudo

Ingredients:

• 750g pork
• 2 1⁄2 tbsp lemon extract / juice
• 300g pork liver
• 1 tbsp lemon extract / juice
• Ground black pepper
• Soy sauce, to taste
• 2 pcs chorizo/sausage
• 9 pcs potato marbles
• 2 small carrots
• 1 medium onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 bell pepper
• 6 tomatoes
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 cups hot water
• 1⁄3 cup tomato sauce
• 1⁄4 cup green peas
• 1⁄4 cup dried raisins
• Cooking oil
• Salt, to taste
• Cheese

Directions:

1. Marinate the pork and pork liver separately with lemon extract, soy sauce, and ground black pepper for 1 hour. Set the marinade sauce aside.
2. Heat oil in a pan, then fry the carrot and potatoes until light brown. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, fry the marinated pork liver for about 3 minutes. Remove from the pan.
4. Sauté the garlic and onion in the pan until aromatic. Then add the tomatoes and bell pepper, cooking until soft.
5. Add the marinated pork and bay leaves to the pan. Sauté for 5 minutes, then add the marinade sauce and simmer for another 5 minutes.
6. Stir in the tomato sauce and hot water. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the pork is tender.
7. Once tender, mix in the carrot, potatoes, and raisins. Continue to simmer until everything is cooked through.
8. Finally, add the pork liver, chorizo, and green peas. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
9. Sprinkle with grated cheese and add salt to taste. Simmer until the flavors meld and the sauce thickens.

how to serve Pork Menudo

Serve Pork Menudo hot. It goes well with steamed rice and can be garnished with chopped green onions or additional cheese on top for extra flavor. It’s a perfect dish for sharing with family and friends.

how to store Pork Menudo

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Pork Menudo can last for 3-4 days in the fridge. Make sure to reheat thoroughly before serving again.

tips to make Pork Menudo

• Make sure to marinate the pork well; this enhances the flavor.
• Adjust the level of soy sauce and salt according to your taste preferences.
• For added depth of flavor, you can simmer the dish longer.
• If you like a bit of sweetness, add more raisins or use sweet sausage.

variation

You can make Pork Menudo with different proteins like chicken or beef. You can also add different vegetables such as peas, corn, or bell peppers for a colorful twist.

FAQs

1. Can I use a different type of meat?
Yes, you can substitute pork with chicken, beef, or even tofu for a vegetarian version.

2. Is this dish spicy?
Pork Menudo is not traditionally spicy, but you can add chili peppers if you like some heat.

3. Can I make this dish in advance?
Absolutely! Pork Menudo tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld. Just store it in the fridge and reheat when ready to serve.

Pork Menudo

Pork Menudo is a delicious and hearty dish filled with tender pork, savory sauce, and a colorful mix of vegetables, making it perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.

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Prep Time 1 hour hr

Cook Time 50 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 50 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Filipino

Calories: 500

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the marinade

• 750 g pork Cut into cubes
• 2.5 tbsp lemon extract / juice For marinating the pork
• 300 g pork liver Cut into strips
• 1 tbsp lemon extract / juice For marinating the liver
• Ground black pepper To taste
• Soy sauce To taste

Main ingredients

• 2 pcs chorizo/sausage Sliced
• 9 pcs potato marbles You can also use regular potatoes, cut into cubes
• 2 small carrots Sliced
• 1 medium onion Chopped
• 4 cloves garlic Minced
• 1 pcs bell pepper Chopped
• 6 pcs tomatoes Chopped
• 2 pcs bay leaves
• 2 cups hot water
• 1/3 cup tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup green peas Optional
• 1/4 cup dried raisins
• Cooking oil For frying
• Salt To taste
• Cheese For garnishing, grated

Method

 

Preparation

1. Marinate the pork and pork liver separately with lemon extract, soy sauce, and ground black pepper for 1 hour. Set the marinade sauce aside.
2. Heat oil in a pan, then fry the carrot and potatoes until light brown. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, fry the marinated pork liver for about 3 minutes. Remove from the pan.

Cooking

1. Sauté the garlic and onion in the pan until aromatic. Then add the tomatoes and bell pepper, cooking until soft.
2. Add the marinated pork and bay leaves to the pan. Sauté for 5 minutes, then add the marinade sauce and simmer for another 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the tomato sauce and hot water. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the pork is tender.
4. Once tender, mix in the carrot, potatoes, and raisins. Continue to simmer until everything is cooked through.
5. Finally, add the pork liver, chorizo, and green peas. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
6. Sprinkle with grated cheese and add salt to taste. Simmer until the flavors meld and the sauce thickens.

Notes

Make sure to marinate the pork well; this enhances the flavor. Adjust the level of soy sauce and salt according to your taste preferences. For added depth of flavor, you can simmer the dish longer. If you like a bit of sweetness, add more raisins or use sweet sausage.