Hearty Mexican Menudo with Spicy Hominy

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Hearty Mexican Menudo with Spicy Hominy brings the rich, authentic flavors of Mexico to your table. This traditional dish features tender beef tripe and robust hominy, simmered in a fragrant blend of spices. Perfect for a comforting family meal, it’s a dish that gets even better the next day as the flavors meld beautifully. Serve it with fresh onions, warm corn tortillas, and a squeeze of lime for a complete culinary experience.

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Overview

Experience the authentic flavors of Mexico with this enhanced Menudo recipe. This traditional dish features tender beef tripe and hearty hominy, simmered to perfection with a blend of spices. Perfect for a comforting meal, this dish is even better the next day as the flavors meld together beautifully. Serve with fresh onions, corn tortillas, and a squeeze of lemon for a complete experience.

Diet Type

Traditional

Allergies

None

Cuisine

Mexican

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 180 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Pounds (lb) beef tripe, divided
• 2 Large onions, minced
• 4 15 Ounces (oz) cans white hominy, drained
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) chili powder
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) ground cumin
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) dried oregano
• 2 Whole bay leaves
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) kosher salt
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) freshly ground black pepper
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) garlic powder
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) smoked paprika
• 1 Bunch fresh cilantro, torn (for garnish)
• 2 Whole limes, sliced (for serving)
• 8 Whole corn tortillas, warmed (for serving)

Steps

1. In a large 16-quart pot, combine the beef tripe and minced onions. Fill the pot with water until it is about 3/4 full.
2. Add the bay leaves, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
3. Cover the pot and cook on low heat for about 2 hours, or until the tripe is tender. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
4. Once the tripe is tender, add the drained hominy and chili powder to the pot. Stir well to incorporate the flavors.
5. Cover and continue to cook for another 45 minutes to 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld together.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
7. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
8. Serve the Menudo hot, garnished with torn fresh cilantro. Accompany with lime slices and warm corn tortillas on the side.

Enjoy this hearty and flavorful Menudo, perfect for a cozy family meal or a special occasion!