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Philippine's Authentic Beef Skin Stew — Slow-Cooked Overnight To Reach Ultimate Tender & Flavor

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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.

FilipinoPHmain
240 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs beef bones
1 lb beef tendons
1 large onions
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1/2 cup soy sauce
8 cups water
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
2 chili peppers
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup green onions
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1/4 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
2 stalks lemongrass

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.

1

Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

2

Add chopped onions, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

3

Add beef bones and tendons; brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

4

Pour in soy sauce and vinegar; stir to coat the meat.

5

Add water, bay leaves, and black peppercorns; bring to a boil.

6

Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 3-4 hours until meat is tender.

7

Skim off any foam or fat that rises to the surface during cooking.

8

Add chili peppers and sugar; stir to combine and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

9

Season with salt to taste; adjust flavors as needed.

10

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringbrowning

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifeladle

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Beef Bone SoupBeef Tendon Stew

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