Menudo doesn’t come dressed up. It arrives naked and expects you to accessorize. And that’s half the fun!
Step one: Onions. Chopped white or red onion, tossed right into the bowl. It adds a sharp crunch.
Authentic Mexican Menudo Recipe (mondongo veracruzano)
Step two: Cilantro. A handful of fresh, grassy leaves. It’s like confetti for your soup. Love it or hate it, it belongs here.
Step three: Dried oregano. Rub it between your palms to release the oils. It smells like a Mexican pizzeria. (That’s a compliment.)
Step four: Red chili flakes or salsa. For the brave souls who want a second kick. Go ahead, live dangerously.
