How to Cook Oxtail Menudo (Menudo Sulipeña)

Menudo Sulipeña is a delectable Spanish-inspired dish featuring succulent oxtail or a budget-friendly ox skin substitute, harmoniously melded with chorizo, peppers, and garbanzos, creating a rich and flavorful culinary masterpiece.

Prep Time10

Cook Time35

Total Time45

Course: Beef Recipe

Cuisine: Filipino/Spanish, Spanish

Keyword: menudo sulipena, oxtail menudo

Servings: 6 servings

Author: Manny

Ingredients

1 kilo oxtail
2 Tbsp. butter
1 head garlic chopped
1 pc medium onion chopped
1 piece red pepper cubed
1 piece green pepper cubed
1 cup Chorizo de Bilbao diced
1 cup tomato sauce
1 cup cooked garbanzos
Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

How to cook oxtail menudo:

Clean and wash oxtail.
Pressure cook for about 20-25 minutes or simmer with enough water to cover till tender.
Debone and cut into 1/2 inch cubes.
In a casserole heat butter and saute garlic and onion, add red and green peppers.
Stir fry 2-3 minutes. Add chorizo and oxtail and tomato sauce.
Simmer over low fire for about 10 minutes, add garbanzos.
Season with salt and pepper.

Notes

Cooking Tips of Menudo Sulipena recipe:

1. Tenderizing Triumph: Mastering the Oxtail

Achieve melt-in-the-mouth perfection by not rushing the oxtail tenderizing process. Whether pressure cooking or simmering, ensure the oxtail reaches optimal tenderness for a delightful dining experience.

2. Flavor Symphony: Patience in Simmering

Let the flavors meld by allowing the menudo to simmer over a low flame. This patient approach lets the chorizo, oxtail, and other ingredients harmonize, resulting in a rich and well-balanced taste that defines Menudo Sulipeña.

3. Textural Bliss: Garbanzos Timing

The addition of garbanzos introduces a delightful texture. Add them at the right moment during the simmering process to ensure they contribute to the dish's overall appeal without losing their distinct earthy crunch.