Mom's Pork Menudo
By: Amy B.
Published: Friday, July 23, 2010 - 9:36pm

Ingredients




1 kilo pork (lean part with little fat) cut into half inch thick cubes
1 cup chopped ripe tomatoes 
1/2 kilo pork liver cut into small cubes
1 tablespoon crushed garlic
1 cup potatoes (⅓ inch-diced)
1/2 cup carrots chopped (same size with potatoes or flower design)
1 bell pepper/capsicum chopped
1/2 cup tomato sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper powder
1 tablespoon salt (more according to your preference)
1 big red/white onion diced

Preparation

1 Saute garlic and onions until medium brown. 2 Put all ingredients except tomato sauce and vegetables (carrots, bell pepper, and potatoes) 3 Keep on stirring for 2 minutes, then add 2 cups water. Stir a little, cover and simmer until half down. Stir occasionally to avoid burning. It is also advised that you use a thick pot to avoid burning the sauce. 4 When the pork is cooked enough, put the potato and the tomato sauce. 5 When the potatoes are already half cooked, chuck in the carrots and bell pepper/capsicum. 6 Add salt or fish sauce for flavour (depends upon your preference) 7 Don't overcook vegetables. Serve hot and enjoy your meal!

About


This is my mom's simple recipe for Pork Menudo. Pork Menudo is a household favorite in Philippines. It's best served with steamed rice. You may add other ingredients to make it extra special, such as raisins, chickpeas or chorizo. Enjoy!