Cow-Foot Gelatin - A Mongolian Unique Recipe! Village Life in Mongolia!

cow feet

🥗Healthier: chicken feet

💰Cheaper: pork skin

Chicken feet are lower in fat, while pork skin is more economical.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: pectin

Agar-agar is plant-based and suitable for vegetarians, while pectin is often cheaper.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: imitation vanilla

Vanilla bean offers a more intense flavor, while imitation is budget-friendly.

Clean cow feet thoroughly under running water

Place cow feet in a large pot and cover with water

Bring water to a boil over high heat

Reduce heat and simmer for several hours until feet are tender

Remove cow feet and strain the liquid

Add sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the strained liquid

Return the mixture to the pot and heat gently

Sprinkle gelatin over the mixture and stir until dissolved

Pour the mixture into a mold and add fruit pieces if desired

Chill in the refrigerator until set, about 4-6 hours

Unmold the gelatin and slice into pieces

Serve chilled, optionally drizzled with honey

Cooking Techniques

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