Menudo Receta

Our Menudo Receta is a classic Mexican stew, simmered to perfection with tender chunks of tripe and hominy in a rich and flavorful broth, offering a hearty and comforting dish with authentic Mexican flair.

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CourseBreakfast

CuisineMexican

Keywordchile ancho, menudo

Prep Time45

Cook Time5 30

Total Time6 15

Servings Quarts

Calories845kcal

Equipment

12 one quart wide-mouthed mason jars

Ingredients

2 lbs. dried chile ancho stems and seeds removed
15 lbs. menudo-tripe cleaned well
3 heads garlic tops cut off to expose garlic
2 large onions
1 pkg pigs or cows feet
3 Tbsp. kosher salt
3 Tbsp. Mexican oregano
2 cans hominy (2lb. cans)

Instructions

Remove seeds and stems from the dried chile and place in medium sized pot. Add water to pot until just barely covered. Bring water to boil and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Remove chile from the water, making sure to reserve the cooking liquid, and place into blender. Blend on high until a smooth paste is formed, adding some of the reserved liquid as needed.
Open the and remove the tripe from the package. Wash thoroughly. If using whole tripe, cut into 1 1/2 inch squares and add to pot.
Add beef or pigs feet to pot along with quartered onions and garlic.
Fill pot to cover all ingredients, cover and bring to a boil. Once the water is boilng, reduce heat to low and simmer for 4 1/2 hours.
Add 1 cup of chili paste and stir into pot. Then add 3 tablespoons of salt and 3 tablespoons of oregano, stir well.
Add hominy and stir until evenly distributed. Taste for seasonings and adjust to your liking. Simmer menudo for another 30-45 minutes.
Server with your favorite toppings (cilantro, onions, tortillas and avocados)

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