Trippa stew, also known as tripe stew, is a traditional dish enjoyed in many cultures around the world. It’s typically made with tripe, which is the edible lining of the stomachs of various farm animals. Here’s a basic recipe for an Italian-style trippa stew:
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds beef tripe, cleaned and cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 large can (28 ounces) of crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions:
- Prepare the Tripe:
- Rinse the tripe thoroughly under cold water.
- Place the tripe in a large pot of water, bring it to a boil, and then reduce the heat. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes. Drain and rinse again under cold water. This helps to remove any strong odors and tenderizes the tripe.
- Cook the Vegetables:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are soft and the onion is translucent, about 10 minutes.
- Add the Tripe:
- Add the tripe to the pot with the vegetables and stir to combine.
- Add Liquid and Seasoning:
- Pour in the white wine and cook until it has reduced by half.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, broth, bay leaf, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer:
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 2-3 hours, or until the tripe is tender. Stir occasionally and add more broth if needed to keep the tripe submerged.
- Serve:
- Remove the bay leaf. Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.
Tips:
- Tripe can have a strong smell that some might find off-putting. The initial boiling and rinsing steps help to mitigate this.
- The longer you simmer the tripe, the more tender it will become, so be patient with the cooking time.
- This stew can be served on its own or with crusty bread to soak up the rich sauce.
Enjoy your trippa stew!
