COLOMBIAN MONDONGO | How to Make Beef Tripe Stew | SyS

beef tripe

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork tripe

Chicken breast offers a leaner option, while pork tripe is often less expensive.

pork belly

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Turkey bacon reduces fat content, while pork shoulder is a budget-friendly alternative.

green plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Zucchini provides a lower-calorie substitute, while potatoes are more accessible.

avocado

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers creaminess with fewer calories, while sour cream is a cost-effective alternative.

Clean the beef tripe thoroughly under cold water.

Cut the beef tripe and pork belly into bite-sized pieces.

Place the beef tripe, pork belly, and chicken in a large pot.

Add water to cover the meat and bring to a boil over high heat.

Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 2 hours until tender.

Remove the meats and chop into small pieces; set aside.

In the same pot, add diced onions, garlic, and bell peppers; sauté until soft.

Add diced potatoes, carrots, and green plantains to the pot; cook for 5 minutes.

Return the chopped meats to the pot and add bay leaves and coriander.

Pour in additional water if needed; simmer for 30 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lime juice to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with avocado and fresh coriander.

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