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Juicy Beef Tripe Recipe (Matumbo)

How to prepare Kenyan Matumbo

By Grace MwangiPublished about a year ago 4 min read
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Many locals occasionally choose Matumbo (Tripe) since it is not only more delicious, but also significantly less expensive than other meat dishes.

Because they are aware of the laborious nature of cleaning and setting it up, many individuals detest doing it. You'll consider what the argument is actually about once you hear my quick, simple, and flavorful way of preparing it.

What you'll need for a juicy beef tripe recipe

·One kilogram of matumbo (beef tripe), which should include the digestive tracts, the blanket, the pocket, the book, the honeycomb, and other minor objects. The butcher ought to incorporate these parts while offering your the meat.

·Two onions, cut thin.

·Two thinly sliced tomatoes

·Four teaspoons of tomato paste.

·Curry powder, one teaspoonful

·1 cup of coconut milk

·Oil for frying, one teaspoon

·One package of dhania (coriander)

·Salt

Instructions

1. Under running water, completely wash the matumbo. Slice the tripe into bite-sized cubes after making sure it has been well-cleaned. This part just has to be done.

2. For about an hour, boil the beef tripe until it is nicely softened.

3. In a large skillet, heat one teaspoon of oil over medium heat before adding the onions. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes, or until browned, should be cooked for them.

4. Stir in the curry powder briefly, to provide flavor to the onions.

5. Add salt to taste and tomatoes, then simmer until tender. Cook the tomatoes, stirring regularly, until they resemble a runny sauce.

6. Mix the tomato paste into the sauce.

7. While stirring, add coconut milk and bring to a bubble.

8. Go ahead and add the matumbo and mix. Cover for 15 minutes or until the tripe stew is thickened to your preferred consistency.

9. Finish off with some thinly chopped dhania(coriander) to garnish.

10. Serve beef trip stew with rice and vegetables for a balanced diet. The stew should be hot, for it to taste great.

Five Nutritional benefits of Beef tripe

1. It's a rich wellspring of protein

The nine essential amino acids may be found in matumbo, making it a fantastic source of proteins. The essential amino acids are required by human bodies but are not produced by them naturally. Therefore, we must obtain them from food sources like beef tripe.

2. Beef trip contains vitamin B12

The production of red blood cells and the health of nerve tissue both depend on vitamin B12. B12 from food is better absorbed by the body than from pills. Matumbo is a good source of B12 and a great addition to the diet to fend off conditions like anemia.

3. Matumbo is wealthy in selenium.

A small element supplement with many health benefits for the body is selenium. It supports thyroid chemical absorption, improves brain function, or delays decline, such as Alzheimer's disease,

The body receives this dietary supplement through eating foods high in selenium, such as tripe, and stores it in the skeletal muscles and other human tissues.

4. Tripe is good for weight loss and management.

85 grams of the beef trip, or one serving, has 10 grams of protein, 1.7 grams of carbs, and 3.4 grams of fat. Because Matumbo lacks starches, it is perfect for anyone trying to lose weight. Comparatively speaking, beef tripe has less fat than other meats. Low-carb diets are much more successful for weight loss than low-fat diets because they compel the body to burn up its fat reserves.

5. It's rich in zinc

Zinc is required by the body for basic biological processes including blood thickening (clotting), wound healing, eyesight, the immune system, thyroid function, and reproduction. Additionally, zinc works as a cancer preventative and a shield against free radicals in our systems. Each food serving at Matumbo contains a significant amount of zinc.

Would it be a good idea for you to add matumbo to your eating regimen?

Totally. The human body can benefit from matumbo in a number of beneficial ways. Additionally, it is more affordable than other types of red meat. In the event that you enjoy cooking, it also gives you a fun opportunity to experiment with numerous beef tripe recipes.

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  • Grace Mwangi (Author)about a year ago

    Tell me what you think about the recipe and where I can improve once you try it out. Looking forward to your comments

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