Authentic Menudo Rojo Recipe

Menudo Rojo is a classic Mexican dish made with tripe, pozole, and spices cooked to perfection. This hearty and flavorful dish is a popular choice for family gatherings and special occasions.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef tripe
• 1 pound hominy
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 dried guajillo chilies
• 2 dried pasilla chilies
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lime wedges, chopped cilantro, and diced onion for garnish

Directions

1. Rinse the tripe under cold water and cut it into small pieces.
2. In a large pot, combine tripe, hominy, onion, garlic, chilies, tomato sauce, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.
3. Add enough water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 hours or until the tripe is tender.
4. Remove the chilies and blend them with a cup of the broth. Add the puree back to the pot and stir well.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with lime wedges, chopped cilantro, and diced onion.

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