Do you feel uncertain when you think of tripe? If so, it’s likely that you haven’t tried it or that the tripe you have tried wasn’t properly prepared. Tripe is actually very delicious when it’s properly cooked.
Tripe is the digestible lining of the stomach muscles of animals like pigs, sheep, and cows. Tripe is regarded as a healthy source of protein and has very few calories.
WHAT IS BEEF HONEYCOMB TRIPE?
Beef tripe is the lining of the cow’s stomach. There are 4 different tripes (different lining) on each of the chamber of the stomach. Honeycomb tripe is one of the linings that is seen used often, especially in Asia.
WHY BEEF TRIPE IS YELLOW IN COLOR
Because the beef tripe is yellow, chlorine has not been used to bleach it. They are pretty much as is.
WHY BEEF TRIPE IS WHITE IN COLOR
The white pale color tripe has been bleached with chlorine. Most of the time they have been partially cleaned too. Only bleached beef tripe is available at the Asian grocery store where I purchased this.
HOW TO CLEAN BEEF HONEYCOMB TRIPE (AND TO GET RID OF THE SMELL OF TRIPE)
Whether the beef tripe you get is white or yellow in color, I would still follow this step to clean it properly and thoroughly. The yellow beef trip may need a bit extra cleaning compared to the white one, but it’s not hard. 1. Rub the tripe with rock salt (both front and back)
2. Use a sharp knife to scrape the tripe all over (front and back) to get rid of any impurities. The back of the tripe is the membrane that you want to scrape off because they turn tough when you cook them. You may need a little brush (like toothbrush) to brush through the honeycomb tripe (especially if you have the yellow tripe)
3. Use white vinegar to rinse off the salt or any impurities Vinegar can also help to disinfect, though not as tough as chlorine bleach, but it’s pretty effective.
4. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add about 1 tsp of salt. Add the tripe and boil it for 15 minutes Discard the water after that
5. The honeycomb tripe is now ready to be used in any recipe that calls for it
6. Cut the tripe into desired shape or size if you like or leave it whole
HOW TO STORE BEEF HONEYCOMB TRIPE
Tripes can be frozen in the freezer for up to three months, whether they are raw or already cooked. Simply put them in a freezer bag whole or cut into smaller pieces.
TASTE AND TEXTURE OF BEEF TRIPE
No, it doesn’t taste like chicken! (not in this case!). Although beef tripe doesn’t taste good and has a chewy texture, it will become softer when cooked.
WHAT TO COOK WITH BEEF HONEYCOMB TRIPE
In Asian cuisine, honeycomb tripe is frequently used in stews, salads, soups, and stir-fries. It’s possible that the Vietnamese Beef Pho (pho bo) includes tripe made of honeycomb.
How to Clean Beef Honeycomb Tripe (step-by-step)
- Honeycomb tripe
- Salt
- Distilled White vinegar
- Rub the tripe with rock salt at the front
- and the back of the tripe too
- To remove any impurities, scrape the tripe all over (front and back) with a sharp knife. Since they become tough when cooked, you want to scrape off the membrane from the back of the tripe. If you have yellow tripe, you may need a small brush (similar to a toothbrush) to get through the honeycomb tripe. If you have the yellow tripe, you may need a small brush (similar to a toothbrush) to get through the honeycomb tripe.
- Rinse generously with white vinegar
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add about 1 tsp of salt. Add the tripe and boil it for 15 minutes. Discard the water after that.
- Now that it’s ready, the honeycomb tripe can be used in any recipe that requires it.
- If you’d like, cut the tripe into the desired shape or size. For a maximum of three months, they may be frozen in the freezer.
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FAQ
What does honeycomb tripe taste like?
Tripe has a mild liver-like flavor because it has little fat and most of its flavor comes from the surrounding organs.
What does beef honeycomb tripe do for you?
Potential Health Benefits of Tripe Tripe is a great source of lean protein and is typically affordable. Your body needs protein to build muscle, repair damaged tissue, and keep you full. A three-ounce serving of tripe contains 10 grams of protein, which is about 20% of average daily requirement
Is beef honeycomb the same as beef tripe?
The stomach of a cow has four chambers. Tripe can be from either of the first three chambers. Honeycomb tripe comes from the second stomach chamber. Its name alludes to the tripe’s interior honeycomb pattern.
What kind of meat is honeycomb tripe?
Beef tripe is the lining of the cow’s stomach. WHAT IS BEEF HONEYCOMB TRIPE? Each stomach chamber has a different tripe (different lining), and there are four of them. One of the linings that is frequently used, especially in Asia, is honeycomb tripe.