Roman-Style Tripe

Roman-Style Tripe
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    2 hrs 40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 55 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    69

Experience the rustic charm of Italy with this Roman-Style Tripe. Tender honeycomb tripe simmers in a rich, flavorful tomato sauce, infused with pancetta, herbs, and a hint of spice. A true comfort food that's perfect for dipping crusty bread and savoring every bite.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    36 g
  • Cholesterol
    198 mg
  • Fiber
    6 g
  • Protein
    23 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    1723 mg
  • Sugar
    13 g
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Gather all ingredients.

02

Step

In a large stockpot, combine 5 quarts cold water, tripe, white vinegar, 2 teaspoons salt, vanilla extract, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil over high heat. (5 minutes)

03

Step

Skim off any foam that rises to the surface. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, or until tripe is tender. (90 minutes)

04

Step

Transfer tripe to a plate to cool. Reserve 2 cups of the cooking liquid.

05

Step

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced pancetta and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until pancetta is browned and onion is translucent. (6-7 minutes)

06

Step

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant. (1-2 minutes)

07

Step

Stir in marinara sauce, 1 cup of the reserved cooking liquid, and red pepper flakes. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. (30 minutes)

08

Step

Cut the cooled tripe into 1-inch cubes. Add the tripe to the sauce and stir to combine. Simmer for another 30 minutes, adding the remaining 1 cup of cooking liquid if needed to maintain desired consistency. (30 minutes)

09

Step

Stir in drained garbanzo beans and chopped fresh mint. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

10

Step

Sprinkle freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese over the top before serving. Serve hot, with plenty of crusty Italian bread for dipping.

For a richer flavor, use homemade marinara sauce.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the level of spiciness.
If you don't have fresh mint, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried mint. Add it to the sauce during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
Tripe can be prepared a day in advance. Store the cooked tripe and sauce separately in the refrigerator, and combine them when ready to serve.
Serve with a glass of robust red wine for an authentic Italian experience.

Dale Dibbert

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 23 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Edwina Abernathy

    An authentic dish with an amazing flavor profile. The tripe was super tender and the sauce was perfect for dipping my bread.

  • Dulce Franey

    I have made this recipe three times. Always a hit. Love the depth of flavour.

  • Kayla Friesen

    The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I especially appreciated the tip about reserving the cooking liquid.

  • Candelario Mayert

    Next time I'll try using a mix of fresh herbs, like parsley and oregano, along with the mint.

  • Hassan Johnstonfeest

    This is now a staple in my house. Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe!

  • Weldon Roob

    This recipe is amazing! The tripe was so tender and the sauce was bursting with flavor. My family loved it!

  • Guiseppe Durgan

    I was a bit hesitant to try tripe, but this recipe convinced me. It's surprisingly delicious and not at all gamey.

  • Beth Wilkinson

    I swapped the garbanzo beans for cannellini beans and it was still delicious!

  • Kobe Bailey

    I added a splash of dry white wine to the sauce for extra depth of flavor. It was a great addition!

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