Beef Skin with Coconut

Here’s a flavorful and unique dish inspired by Southeast Asian and Caribbean influences: Beef Skin with Coconut. It’s a savory, rich recipe that uses tenderized beef skin and creamy coconut milk, often found in traditional dishes like Filipino kare-kare, Indonesian gulai, or West Indian stews.

🥥 Beef Skin with Coconut (Savory Stew)

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef skin, cleaned and boiled until tender (see instructions below)

• 1 tbsp oil (coconut oil preferred)

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 onion, chopped

• 1-inch piece of ginger, minced

• 1–2 chili peppers, sliced (optional for heat)

• 1 tsp turmeric powder

• 1 tsp ground coriander

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1 1/2 cups coconut milk

• 1/2 cup water or beef broth

• Salt, to taste

• Fresh cilantro or scallions, for garnish

• Optional: lime juice for brightness

Instructions:

1. Prep the Beef Skin:

   • If using raw beef skin, boil it in water with a pinch of salt for 1.5–2 hours until soft and gelatinous. Let it cool, then slice into bite-sized strips.

   • Alternatively, pressure cook for 30–40 minutes to save time.

2. Sauté Aromatics:

   • In a large pan or wok, heat oil over medium heat.

   • Sauté garlic, onion, ginger, and chili (if using) until fragrant and onions are translucent.

3. Spice It Up:

   • Stir in turmeric, coriander, and black pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes to bloom the spices.

4. Simmer:

   • Add the sliced beef skin and stir well to coat with spices.

   • Pour in the coconut milk and broth/water. Bring to a gentle simmer.

5. Cook & Reduce:

   • Simmer uncovered for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the beef skin absorbs the flavor.

6. Season & Serve:

   • Add salt to taste and a squeeze of lime juice if desired.

   • Garnish with chopped cilantro or scallions.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve over steamed jasmine rice or coconut rice.

• Great alongside pickled vegetables or spicy sambal for balance.