Cheesy Pork Menudo recipe for you:
Ingredients:
1 lb pork shoulder or pork belly (cut into cubes)
1 cup tomato sauce
1 medium onion (chopped)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 cup red bell pepper (chopped)
1/2 cup carrots (diced)
1/2 cup green peas
1/2 cup potatoes (diced)
1/2 cup cheddar cheese (grated)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional)
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 cup water or broth
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Pork: Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the cubed pork and cook until browned on all sides. This will take about 5-7 minutes.
Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the chopped onions and minced garlic to the pot with the pork. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes, until the onions become soft and translucent.
Add the Vegetables: Add the chopped red bell peppers, carrots, potatoes, and green peas. Stir to combine.
Simmer the Sauce: Pour in the tomato sauce, soy sauce, and fish sauce (if using). Add 1 cup of water or broth. Stir well, ensuring that the pork and vegetables are coated with the sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, until the pork becomes tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Add the Cheese: Once the pork is tender, sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese over the top of the dish. Stir gently until the cheese melts into the sauce, making it creamy and cheesy.
Season: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Serve: Serve the cheesy pork menudo hot with steamed rice.
Tips:
You can add more vegetables like potatoes or even bell peppers for added flavor and texture.
For a richer sauce, you can substitute part of the water with coconut milk.
Enjoy your Easy Cheesy Pork Menudo!