Tripe Soup (ciorbă De Burtă)

Tripe Soup, also known as Ciorbă de burtă, is a traditional Moldovan dish that is loved for its rich and flavorful broth. This hearty soup is perfect for warming up on a cold day and is a popular choice for family gatherings and celebrations.

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Tripe Soup (ciorbă De Burtă)

Ingredients

  • 1 kg beef tripe, cleaned and cut into small pieces
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 3 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup rice
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring the tripe to a boil with enough water to cover it. Add the vinegar and let it boil for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse the tripe.
  2. Return the tripe to the pot and add 2 liters of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 hour.
  3. Add the onions, carrots, celery, and bell pepper to the pot. Simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
  4. Stir in the tomatoes, rice, parsley, and dill. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for another 20 minutes, or until the tripe is tender and the rice is cooked.
  5. Adjust the seasoning if needed and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
20g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls Soup spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the tripe soup with a dollop of sour cream and a slice of crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the soup during the last 10 minutes of cooking.

Cost

$15