Description
Pork Menudo is a flavorful and hearty Filipino dish made with tender pork, liver, potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers, all simmered in a savory tomato-based sauce. This dish is perfect for family gatherings, special occasions, or a comforting homemade meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
1 lb (500g) pork shoulder, cut into cubes
½ lb (250g) pork liver, cut into cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 cup tomato sauce
1 cup water or broth
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp fish sauce (optional)
1 tbsp sugar (optional)
2 medium potatoes, diced
1 medium carrot, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
1. Prepare the Ingredients
Cut the pork and liver into bite-sized cubes.
Chop the onions, garlic, tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers.
2. Sauté the Aromatics
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
Sauté garlic and onions until fragrant.
Add tomatoes and cook until soft and mushy.
3. Cook the Pork
Add the pork cubes and cook until lightly browned.
Pour in soy sauce and fish sauce, then mix well.
4. Simmer the Stew
Add tomato sauce, water (or broth), and bay leaves.
Let it simmer for 30-40 minutes or until the pork is tender.
5. Add Vegetables and Liver
Add potatoes and carrots, then cook for 10 minutes.
Stir in the liver and bell peppers, then simmer for another 5 minutes.
6. Final Seasoning and Serving
Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and sugar if needed.
Let the sauce thicken, then serve hot with rice.
Notes
Marinate the pork in soy sauce and garlic for deeper flavor.
Add the liver last to keep it tender.
Use fresh tomatoes for a more natural sweetness.
Simmer on low heat for a richer and more flavorful sauce.
Garnish with fresh parsley for added color and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes