Description
Pork Menudo with Chorizo is a classic Filipino stew made with tender pork, liver, vegetables, and flavorful chorizo simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce. It’s hearty, savory, and perfect for family meals or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder or belly, cut into cubes
- 1/4 lb pork liver, diced
- 2 pieces chorizo de bilbao, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cubed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup green peas
- 1 small can tomato sauce (8 oz)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 cups water or pork broth
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté garlic and onions until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the pork and cook until lightly browned on all sides.
- Stir in the chorizo slices and cook for 2–3 minutes to release their flavor.
- Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, soy sauce, and fish sauce. Mix well.
- Pour in water or pork broth. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 30–40 minutes or until pork is tender.
- Add the liver, potatoes, and carrots. Continue simmering until vegetables are tender and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Stir in bell peppers and green peas. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with steamed rice.
Notes
- You can substitute chorizo de bilbao with any spicy sausage if unavailable.
- Avoid overcooking the liver to keep it tender.
- This dish tastes even better the next day as flavors deepen overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: Filipino