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The Best Tripe Dish Comes From Ecuador - GUATITA

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Guatita

Cultural Context

Originating from Ecuador, Guatita is a traditional dish that showcases the country's resourcefulness by using beef tripe, a less popular cut of meat. Often enjoyed during family gatherings, it reflects the heartiness of Ecuadorian cuisine, where flavors are rich and comforting. While Guatita is deeply rooted in Ecuadorian culture, variations can be found in other Latin American countries, adapting the dish to local tastes and ingredients.

EcuadorianECmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef tripe
4 medium potatoes
1 cup peanut sauce
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon achiote
2 bay leaves
1/4 cup cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cups chicken broth
2 medium tomatoes
1 green bell pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef tripe

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Chicken is leaner, while pork is more affordable.

peanut sauce

🥗Healthier: sunflower seed butter

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Sunflower seed butter is nut-free, while peanut butter is widely available.

1

Wash the tripe with lemon to clean it.

2

Cook the tripe for six hours to make it tender.

3

Serve with potatoes in a thick peanut sauce.

4

Serve with bread and avocado on the side.

Cooking Techniques

cleaningsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifespatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Guatita de ResGuatita Ecuatoriana

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