A hearty, peppery beef tripe soup simmered with root vegetables, marjoram, and a touch of nutmeg — a beloved Polish comfort classic.
Nutrition & Info
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: deep ceramic bowl
Garnishes: parsley, chili flakes
Accompaniments: rye bread
Instructions
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1
Rinse tripe thoroughly, place in a pot with cold water, bring to a boil, drain, and repeat twice.
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2
Cut clean tripe into thin strips. Simmer with beef bones in fresh water for 3 hours until tender.
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3
Saute carrots, parsnip, celery root, and onion in butter until softened.
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4
Add sauteed vegetables to the tripe broth with marjoram, ginger, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
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5
Simmer another 30 min until flavors meld. Remove bones.
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6
Serve hot, sprinkled with parsley and chili flakes for those who like it spicy.
Did You Know?
King Wladyslaw Jagiello was famously devoted to flaki — it is said to have been his favorite dish, served at royal feasts.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- large stockpot
- sharp knife
- ladle
Garnishing
parsley, chili flakes
Accompaniments
rye bread
The Story Behind Flaki
Flaki have been a staple of Polish cuisine since the medieval period, mentioned in records from the 14th century. Once considered both peasant and royal fare, the soup exemplifies the Polish talent for extracting maximum flavor from every part of the animal.
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