Philippine's Authentic Beef Skin Stew — Slow-Cooked Overnight To Reach Ultimate Tender & Flavor
Recipe Information
Balbacua
Cultural Context
Balbacua, a traditional Filipino dish, hails from the Visayas region and is often enjoyed during special occasions and family gatherings. It showcases the rich flavors of slow-cooked beef bones and tendons, creating a hearty and comforting stew. In recent years, variations have emerged, with some cooks adding local spices or vegetables to enhance the dish, making it a beloved comfort food across the Philippines and beyond.
Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.
beef tendons
🥗Healthier: chicken thighs
💰Cheaper: pork hocks
Chicken thighs provide a leaner option, while pork hocks are more affordable.
soy sauce
🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce
💰Cheaper: tamari
Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake, while tamari is gluten-free.
Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
Add beef bones and tendons; brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
Pour in soy sauce and vinegar; stir to coat the meat.
Add water, bay leaves, and black peppercorns; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 3-4 hours until meat is tender.
Skim off any foam or fat that rises to the surface during cooking.
Add chili peppers and sugar; stir to combine and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
Season with salt to taste; adjust flavors as needed.
Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
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