Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsTacos AtarantadosMolleja Recipe

Molleja Recipe

Inspired by Tacos Atarantados
Time1h 30m
Serves2

2 pieces, Frijoles Refritos, Trompo de Puerco

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Ingredients

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Molleja

Frijoles Refritos

Trompo de Puerco

Method

Molleja

  1. 1

    Prepare the Mollejas

    Rinse the mollejas under cold water to remove any impurities. Pat dry with a paper towel.

  2. 2

    Season

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture onto the mollejas.

  3. 3

    Cook

    Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the mollejas and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mollejas before serving.

Frijoles Refritos

  1. 5

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

  2. 6

    Cook Beans

    In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.

  3. 7

    Mash Beans

    Add the pinto beans, cumin powder, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Cook for about 10 minutes. Mash the beans using a potato masher or fork until desired consistency is reached.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Serve the frijoles refritos warm, alongside the mollejas.

Trompo de Puerco

  1. 9

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a bowl, combine pineapple juice, minced garlic, oregano, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 10

    Marinate the Pork

    Place the pork shoulder in a resealable bag or dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

  3. 11

    Cook the Pork

    Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove the pork from the marinade and place it in a roasting pan. Roast for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

  4. 12

    Rest and Slice

    Let the pork rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing thinly.

  5. 13

    Serve

    Serve the trompo de puerco slices with the mollejas and frijoles refritos.

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