The Simple Recipe for Mexican Menudo Soup #recipe #menudorecipe

tripe

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Chicken is leaner, while pork belly is more affordable.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and water with seasoning is more economical.

red chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika offers flavor with less heat, while cayenne is often less expensive.

hominy

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa is a nutritious alternative, while rice is a budget-friendly substitute.

Thoroughly clean the tripe and cut it into small pieces.

Place the tripe in a large pot and cover it with water.

Add in the chopped onion, minced garlic, and the spices.

Let the mixture simmer for a few hours until the tripe is tender.

After the tripe is cooked, add in the drained hominy.

Let the soup simmer for another hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Squeeze lemon for a better taste.

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