Belizean Cow Foot Soup

Experience the authentic taste of Belize with this Cow Foot Soup. A favorite in Caribbean cuisine, this hearty and comforting stew combines the rich gelatinous texture of cow's feet with tender tripe, all simmered with vibrant vegetables and spices. Perfect for a cozy and nourishing meal, this dish is both grounding and full of flavors.

Ingredients

🐄 1 package cow's feet, Brand: Superior
🐄 1 package tripe, similar packaging as cow's feet
🌿 1 bunch cilantro, washed
🧅 1 medium-sized onion, peeled, washed, and sliced into large pieces
🥔 2 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and cut into pieces
🥒 5-7 whole okra, cut into halves
🍃 1 teaspoon oregano leaves, Brand: Kroger
🧂 1 tablespoon salt, Brand: Kirkland Pure Sea Salt
🌶️ Black pepper, Brand: Kirkland Fine Ground Malabar Black Pepper
🧴 White vinegar, for rinsing meat, Brand: Heinz All Natural Distilled White Vinegar
🌶️ 2 teaspoons recado, or paprika as a substitute

Instructions

1- Prepare the Meats:

• Unpackage and place the cow's feet and tripe in a large metal bowl.
• Rinse with Heinz white vinegar and water to clean thoroughly. Drain the excess water.

2- Cut the Meats:

• On the cutting board, dice the tripe and cut the cow's feet to preferred sizes.

3- Pressure Cook the Meats:

• Transfer the meats to the Power Pressure Cooker XL.
• Add onion slices, cilantro, and oregano leaves.
• Fill with water, covering the ingredients.
• Secure the lid, set to "seal," and use the "Chicken/Meat" setting for 1 hour. Repeat twice for a total of 3 hours.

4- Finish on Stovetop:

• Open the cooker and transfer contents carefully to a large pot.
• Bring to boil on a gas burner.

5- Add Vegetables and Seasoning:

• Add potato chunks and okra halves.
• Stir in salt, black pepper, and recado or paprika.
• Simmer until vegetables soften and stew reduces for a robust flavor.

6- Serve:

• Ladle the hot soup into bowls and enjoy!

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories (per serving): Approx. 350
Protein (per serving): 20g
Fat (per serving): 15g
Carbohydrates (per serving): 30g
Equipment:

• 🥣 Large Metal Bowl
• 🔪 Chef's Knife
• 🪒 Cutting Board
• 🍴 POWER PRESSURE COOKER XL
• 🥘 Large Pot/Dutch Oven, 5-quart
• 🍽️ Ladle/Large Spoon
• 🔥 Stovetop Gas Burner
• ☕ Mug/Cup, Brand: Lodge
• 🍜 Serving Bowl

Cooking Tips:

• Cleaning Meat: Use vinegar or lemon/lime juice for effective cleaning.
• Cooking Time: Pressure cooking reduces time, but stovetop allows for richer flavors.
• Doneness: Aim for meat that easily falls off the bone.
• Customization: Add dumplings or other preferred starches for greater diversity.

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Cow Foot Soup

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