Classic American Menudo Recipe

This Americanized version of traditional menudo is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a chilly night. Made with tender beef tripe, hominy, and a savory broth, this dish is sure to warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef tripe, cleaned and diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (29 oz) hominy, drained and rinsed
• 2 cans (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 dried guajillo chilies, soaked and pureed
• 1 tbsp oregano
• 1 tbsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lime wedges, chopped cilantro, and diced onions for garnish

Directions

1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the beef tripe. Boil for 10 minutes, then drain and rinse the tripe.
2. In the same pot, sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant. Add the tripe back to the pot.
3. Stir in the hominy, diced tomatoes, guajillo chilies, oregano, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until the tripe is tender.
5. Serve hot with lime wedges, chopped cilantro, and diced onions on the side for garnish.

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