Classic Pork Menudo: Hearty Filipino Stew Recipe
This Pork Menudo recipe is the ultimate Filipino comfort food – a rich, tomato based stew packed with tender pork, liver, potatoes, carrots, and sweet raisins in every bite. Unlike the Mexican version, our Pinoy menudo gets its distinct sweet-savory flavor from tomato sauce, soy sauce, and calamansi, making it a fiesta favorite that’s perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Why This Recipe is Special
✔ Perfect balance of savory pork and creamy liver texture
✔ Loaded with vegetables – nutritious and filling
✔ Signature sweet touch from raisins and bell peppers
✔ Meal prep friendly – tastes even better the next day
Pro Tips
🍖 For tender meat – Use pork shoulder (kasim) with some fat
🍯 Sweetness control – Adjust raisins and sugar to preference
🍅 Richer sauce – Add 1 tbsp liver spread or ¼ cup tomato ketchup
🔥 Spicy version – Add 1-2 pieces chopped siling haba
Serving Suggestions
🍚 With hot rice – The classic way to enjoy
🥖 With crusty bread – For soaking up the sauce
🥗 Side of atchara – The tangy pickle cuts through richness
Storage Tips
❄️ Refrigerate – Lasts 4-5 days
🔥 Reheat – Add splash of water when reheating
🧊 Freeze – Sauce freezes well for 2 months
“This menudo recipe delivers that perfect fiesta flavor – tender pork, creamy liver, and sweet-savory tomato sauce that makes it a true Filipino party staple!”
Perfect for:
• Sunday family lunches
• Birthday celebrations
• Holiday Noche Buena
• Potluck gatherings
Recipe Video Link: Pork Menudo
Table of Contents
Pork Menudo Recipe
Description
This Pork Menudo is the ultimate Filipino comfort food - a rich, tomato-based stew packed with tender pork, liver, potatoes, carrots, and sweet raisins in every bite. Unlike the Mexican version, our Pinoy menudo gets its distinct sweet-savory flavor from tomato sauce, soy sauce, and calamansi, making it a fiesta favorite that's perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Proteins:
Vegetables & Fruits:
Sauce & Seasonings:
Instructions
Marinate the Meat
- In separate bowls, marinate pork and liver with soy sauce, calamansi juice, garlic, onion, and pepper.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (1 hour for deeper flavor).
Cook the Liver
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan. (Reserved marinade liquid) Sear liver for 2 minutes per side. Set aside.
Brown the Pork
- In the same pan, sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
- Add marinated pork (reserve marinade). Brown for 5–7 minutes.
Simmer the Stew
- Pour in reserved marinade liquid. Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, water, and bay leaf.
- Cover and simmer for 30 minutes on low heat.
Add Vegetables
- Stir in potatoes and carrots. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add bell peppers, peas, raisins, and hotdogs. Cook for 5 more minutes.
Season & Serve
- Adjust taste with salt and sugar (balance the tanginess).
Garnish with hard-boiled eggs (optional).
Watch our step by step video tutorial on YouTube: Pork Menudo
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 520kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 22g34%
- Saturated Fat 7g35%
- Sodium 2100mg88%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Dietary Fiber 6g24%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 42g84%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
