Mondongo Guisado

Experience the heartwarming flavors of the Dominican Republic with Mondongo Guisado, a richly flavored stew that combines the comforting textures of pre-cooked pork tripe and a delightful medley of root vegetables. Traditionally served as a hearty main course, this recipe captures the essence of home-cooked Dominican cuisine.

Ingredients

🐷 4 lbs pre-cooked pork tripe Mondongo
🍌 Plantains, peeled and cut into large chunks
🌿 Yuca, peeled and cut into large chunks
🍠 Ñame, peeled and cut into large chunks
🍌 Green banana, peeled and cut into large chunks
🧅 1 onion, chopped
🎃 1-1.5 cups pumpkin Auyama, diced
🌶️ 1 green pepper Aji Verde, chopped
🌿 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
🍅 2 tomatoes, diced
🧂 2 Maggi bouillon cubes Sopita
🌿 1 tbsp blended seasoning Sazón Licuado
🫒 1/4 cup mixed olives and capers
🫗 1/4 cup cooking oil
🍅 2 tbsp tomato sauce
🧂 1 tbsp powdered seasoning Adobo
🌶️ 1/4 tsp black pepper
🧂 1.5 tbsp salt for cooking víveres
💧 Water, as needed

Instructions

1- Preparation:

• Begin by cleaning and cutting all root vegetables into large chunks. Set aside.
• Dice the pumpkin, chop the onion, green pepper, cilantro, and tomatoes.

2- Cooking the Mondongo:

• Heat the skillet over medium heat and add 1/4 cup of cooking oil.
• Once the oil is hot, incorporate 1 tablespoon of blended seasoning, 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon of powdered seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/4 cup mixed olives and capers. Stir well.

3- Cooking the Vegetables:

• Add the chopped green pepper, pumpkin, cilantro, tomatoes, and onion to the skillet. Stir thoroughly to blend the ingredients with the seasonings. Cook them until the vegetables are soft and the mixture turns into a rich brown color.

4- Adding the Tripe:

• Incorporate the 4 pounds of pre-cooked mondongo along with its packing liquid. Stir everything together to ensure even distribution.

5- Simmering:

• Taste the stew for seasonings and adjust as needed. Cover the skillet and let the mondongo stew simmer for 15 minutes.

6- Cooking the Víveres:

• Meanwhile, in a large pot, add enough water to submerge the root vegetables. Add the chopped víveres with 1.5 tablespoons of salt. Cover and bring to a boil, cooking since tender.

7- Final Adjustments:

• After simmering, check the mondongo stew's consistency. If it seems dry, add some pre-cooking water from the mondongo or fresh water if needed. Stir to combine and let it simmer briefly to meld the flavors.

8- Serving:

• Serve the mondongo stew hot, paired with the boiled víveres or white rice according to your preference.

Prep Time: Approximate
Cook Time for Mondongo: 15 minutes
Cook Time for Víveres: 20-30 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 45 minutes
Servings: Not specified
Equipment: TROPIGAS standard white gas stove, Medium-sized stainless steel skillet, Aluminum large pot with a lid, Wooden spoon, White plastic measuring cups and spoons, Metal ladle, White small bowls for ingredients

Cooking Tips

• Pre-cooked and pre-washed mondongo is a time-saver, ensuring tender and flavorful tripe.
• Using the liquid from the pre-cooked mondongo adds authentic flavor profiles to the stew.
• Regularly taste and adjust the seasoning to ensure the right balance of flavors prior to serving.

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Mondongo Guisado