How to Make Roman-Style Tripe - A Step-by-Step Guide

Roman-style tripe is a classic Italian dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. Tripe, the edible lining of the stomach of various farm animals, is a delicacy in many cultures, and in Rome, it is cooked to perfection in a rich and flavorful tomato sauce. This dish is a prime example of the Roman approach to food: simple, hearty, and packed with bold flavors.

With its roots in traditional Roman cuisine, Roman-style tripe is a dish that has stood the test of time and remains a staple ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ pounds honeycomb beef tripe
  • ½ cup white vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 ounces pancetta bacon, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
  • 1 bunch fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 40 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 55 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Fill a large stockpot with 5 quarts cold water, tripe, vinegar, 2 teaspoons salt, vanilla, and bay leaf; bring to a boil over high heat. Skim off any foam, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Transfer tripe to a plate and set aside to cool. Reserve 2 cups cooking liquid.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta and onion; cook and stir until pancetta is browned and onion is translucent, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir in marinara sauce, 1 cup cooking liquid, and pepper flakes. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Cut tripe into 1-inch cubes; add to sauce and stir to combine. Simmer for 30 minutes, adding remaining 1 cup cooking liquid if needed.
  • Stir in garbanzo beans and mint, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle Parmigiano-Reggiano over top.
  • Enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    369 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 198mg
    • Sodium: 1723mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 235mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 668mg