Traditional Azerbaijani Delicate - Tripe. You must try it!

tripe

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Chicken is leaner and pork belly is often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier while canola oil is cost-effective.

tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes are healthier, but canned tomatoes are more budget-friendly.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini is lower in calories, while carrots are often less expensive.

Clean the tripe thoroughly under cold water.

Cut the tripe into small pieces.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and bell peppers, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Season with coriander, cumin, black pepper, and salt, stirring to combine.

Pour in enough water to cover the mixture and bring to a simmer.

Add the tripe pieces and vinegar, then cover and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.

Stir occasionally and add more water if necessary to prevent sticking.

Once the tripe is tender, add lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with chili peppers and additional parsley if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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