Tropical Tripe Soup - Mondongo a la Culona

tripe

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Chicken breast provides lean protein, while pork belly offers a richer flavor.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made from pantry staples.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon offers similar acidity, while vinegar is often more affordable.

hot peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Bell peppers provide sweetness without heat, while black pepper is a common spice.

Clean the tripe thoroughly under cold running water.

Cut the tripe into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Heat beef broth in a large pot over medium heat until simmering.

Add the tripe to the simmering broth and cook for 1-2 hours until tender.

In a separate pan, sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens.

Add the sautéed mixture to the pot with tripe and broth.

Incorporate diced carrots and potatoes into the soup and simmer for 30 minutes.

Season with oregano, bay leaves, and hot peppers to taste.

Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Serve hot with avocado slices and corn on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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