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Puerto Rican Cuajito Recipe

Puerto Rican Cuajito Recipe

Welcome to the Puerto Rican Cuajito Recipe. Puerto Rican Cuajito is a classic dish made from stewed pork stomach, known for its deep flavors and seasoned with traditional island spices.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds pork stomach cleaned
  • ½ cup white vinegar
  • Juice from 1 lime
  • Water for boiling
  • ½ cup sofrito
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • 1 packet sazón with achiote
  • 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
  • 3 cups water or broth

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Step 1: Clean the Pork Stomach
  1. Rinse the pork stomach thoroughly. Apply vinegar and lime juice for scrubbing and soaking. Rinse several times with cold water to remove any smell or residue. Slice into bite-sized pieces.
    Puerto Rican Cuajito Recipe
Step 2: Boil the Pork
  1. Put the pork into a large pot filled with water. Boil for about 45 minutes, skimming off any foam that rises. Drain and rinse again.
    Puerto Rican Cuajito Recipe
Step 3: Sauté the Base
  1. In the same pot, heat olive oil. Add garlic, onions, green pepper, and sofrito. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
    Puerto Rican Cuajito Recipe
Step 4: Add Tomato and Seasonings
  1. Combine the tomato sauce, sazón, adobo, oregano, pepper, and bay leaves. Stir thoroughly and let it cook for an additional 2 minutes.
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Step 5: Simmer the Cuajito
  1. Return the boiled pork stomach to the pot. Add 3 cups of water or broth. Bring to a simmer. Cover and cook on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.
    Puerto Rican Cuajito Recipe
Step 6: Finish and Serve
  1. Add chopped cilantro in the last 5 minutes. Adjust salt if needed. Serve hot with white rice or mofongo.
    Puerto Rican Cuajito Recipe

Notes

Store leftover cuajito in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To heat it up, carefully warm it on the stove or in the microwave until it is heated through.