GRANDMA'S PERFECT MENUDO

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My Nana (may she RIP) took so much pride in her meals and I was fortunate enough to learn many of her techniques. Time consuming But I have made some things easy. Without taking away the taste.

Provided by Marcey Duarte

Categories     Fish Soups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 to 3 lb tripe
1 med clove garlic
3 bunch green onions
1 pkg menudo helper ( usually found @ the everything 99 store )
1 lrg can(s) white hominy, drained
1 to 2 pkg fiesta menudo mix
1/2 to 1 lb pigs feet or knuckles (optional)
salt to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In a 12 quart pot fill pot half way with water and place on burner on high to a boil. When it reaches a boil lower the heat to med/high
  • 2. While water is coming to a boil cut tripe into bite size pieces. Do not cut to small. Wash tripe before placing into boiling water (make sure water sit about 3 inches above tripe). Boil for about 30 minute then rinse. Boil and rinse 2 more times. After you boil and rinse a few times. Now the gamey taste should be gone.
  • 3. Final boil place a metal colander at bottom of pan fill with water half way. Add tripe and pig feet or knuckles. Cut green onions about 2 inches add to water Add entire clove of garlic (Whole just remove outer skin) it will stay intact In a steeper add menudo helper or whole Cover and boil (med/high) for about 3 to 4 hour NEVER allow water to run low. Until tripe to becomes tender (check tripe occasionally)
  • 4. After the tripe is tender add fiesta menudo mix (add until you reach your desire taste) Add salt to taste if desired Add hominy Allow to boil for another 40 minutes Let sit for 20 minutes before eating

Muhammad Faiz
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This is a great recipe for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.


Jeda Walker
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover beef.


Charlotte Lee
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This is a great recipe for a potluck. It's easy to make and it always disappears quickly.


Raviya gaming
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This is the perfect recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


LnkRainy_
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I'm not a big fan of menudo, but I tried this recipe and I was really impressed. It's so flavorful and delicious, I couldn't get enough of it.


Devante Dunbar
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This recipe is a lifesaver. I'm always looking for easy and delicious recipes, and this one fits the bill perfectly.


MD MASRAFI
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This is the best menudo recipe ever! I've tried so many different recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Geoff Serrano
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to make menudo.


Vivian Games
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Shiwa Khaterzai
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand to make it.


Orsedio Hyso
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This is the perfect recipe for a party. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.


Aleem Randawa
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I've never made menudo before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm so glad I tried it.


Ghost Gaming
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This recipe is a bit too spicy for me, but I'm sure it would be perfect for people who like their food spicy.


isack mwinuka
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my menudo turned out really bland. I think I might have forgotten to add the salt.


DJ Mix of the year Musa
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I love that this recipe uses hominy. It adds a great texture and flavor to the menudo.


Chocola Addams
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This menudo recipe is a great way to use up leftover beef. It's also a very affordable meal, which is always a plus.


Luis Zeac
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of menudo, but I'm so glad I did! This recipe is so flavorful and delicious, I couldn't get enough of it.


Claudia Ramirez
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This is the best menudo recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Kyakuwa Lydia
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I've been making this menudo recipe for years and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Christian Marfo
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This menudo recipe is a keeper! It's so flavorful and delicious, and the hominy adds a great texture. I will definitely be making this again.