Mondongo in Sauce

Mondongo in sauce is a traditional Costa Rican dish, where the blend of flavors and aromas creates a unique culinary experience. From the process of washing and chopping the mondongo to sautéing onion and garlic, each step is an invitation to enjoy the richness of Latin American gastronomy.

The delicious aroma of mondongo in sauce fills the kitchen as the vegetables and broth cook slowly.

The flavors blend harmoniously, creating an irresistible combination that promises an unforgettable feast.

In the end, everyone at home gathers around the table eager to taste this comforting delicacy.

Mondongo in Sauce

Main Course
1 hour
6 Servings

Ingredients

Mondongo in Sauce

1 kilogram of Mondongo

2 Finely chopped onions

½ kilogram of Celery

1 Leek

4 Crushed garlic cloves

1 Lemon

1 can of Tomato paste

1 can of Petis-pois

1 can of Chickpeas

Beef broth

4 tablespoons of Cornstarch

Achiote oil

1 pinch of Salt

1 pinch of Pepper

Preparation

Step 1 : To prepare this exquisite mondongo dish, start by thoroughly washing the mondongo and rubbing it with lemon to remove impurities.

Step 2 : Then, proceed to cut it into small pieces.

Step 3 : In a large pot, cook the mondongo in lemon juice until the liquid evaporates completely, at which point remove from heat.

Step 4 : In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic with a bit of achiote oil until golden.

Step 5 : Next, add the cooked mondongo, season to taste, and cover with broth.

Step 6 : Let it cook covered over low heat until the mondongo becomes tender.

Step 7 : Add the carrots, leek, celery, tomato paste, and cornstarch previously dissolved in water.

Step 8 : Finally, incorporate the chickpeas and petis-pois, adjusting the seasoning if necessary.

Step 9 : Cook for an additional ten minutes so the flavors integrate.

Step 10 : Once ready, serve this delicious mondongo and enjoy its unique and comforting flavor.

Video

Preparation (simple version)

Step 1 : Wash the mondongo and rub it with lemon to remove impurities, then cut it into small pieces. Mondongo in Sauce - Preparation - Step 1
Step 2 : Cook the mondongo in lemon juice in a large pot until the juice evaporates, then remove from heat. Mondongo in Sauce - Preparation - Step 2
Step 3 : In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic with achiote oil until golden. Add the cooked mondongo, season, and cover with broth, cooking slowly until tender. Mondongo in Sauce - Preparation - Step 3
Step 4 : Add the vegetables, tomato paste, and the cornstarch dissolved in water. Add the chickpeas and petis-pois, cook for another 10 minutes, and serve. Mondongo in Sauce - Preparation - Step 4

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