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Puerto Rican Cuajito Recipe

Puerto Rican Cuajito Recipe

Cuajito is a typical Puerto Rican dish. It is made from pork belly. It is seasoned with various spices. This dish is served with rice or vegetables.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main dish
Cuisine Puerto Rican
Servings 6
Calories 509 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound pork Stomach
  • 4-5 garlic cloves
  • 1 small onion
  • 3 tablespoons vinegar
  • 4-5 coriander leaves
  • 3 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 6-8 cups water

Instructions
 

  • Clean the pork Stomach thoroughly. Cut it into small pieces.
  • Boil water in a large pot. Add the pork belly pieces. Cook on medium heat for 1-2 hours.
  • Until the meat is tender. Finely chop the garlic, onion and coriander.
  • Heat some oil in a separate pan. Add the chopped vegetables. Fry until golden.
  • Add vinegar and salt. Cook for a few minutes.
  • Add this mixture to the pork Stomach.
  • Cook for another 15-20 minutes.
  • Remove from the stove. Serve with hot rice or roti.

Notes

  • Clean the pork belly well.
  • Add chili if you like it spicy.
  • Refrigerate after cooking.
  • The taste will improve.
Keyword Puerto Rican Cuajito Recipe