World Flavors Cookbook

Sopa de Mondongo

Costa Rican tripe soup — slowly simmered with yuca, potatoes, corn, and vegetables in a rich broth. A hearty weekend staple.

Cuisine: Costa Rica

Ingredients

• 1kg tripe (mondongo), cleaned and cut
• 2 potatoes, cubed
• 2 yuca, cubed
• 2 ears corn, cut
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 green pepper
• Cilantro, oregano
• Salt

Instructions

1. Boil tripe in salted water until very tender (1.5-2 hours).
2. Add vegetables according to cooking time needed (yuca first, then potatoes, corn, carrots).
3. Add onion, garlic, pepper, and oregano.
4. Simmer until all vegetables are tender.
5. Add cilantro. Adjust seasoning.