Brilio.net - Cow's feet, or better known as kikil, are a food ingredient that many people like because of its chewy texture and distinctive sensation when eaten. In addition, kikil also produces a savory taste when processed with various spices.
Although delicious, kikil requires a special processing process. When raw, kikil tends to be smelly and tough because it contains a lot of fat. This fat can also affect the cooking results, causing kikil to clump, become slimy, and sticky when cold. This condition makes kikil less delicious and can reduce appetite.
To prevent this, the tendons need to be boiled first with the addition of various ingredients so that the fat is removed and the texture is not sticky when processed. A YouTube user, Echi Raffani, once explained how to boil tendons effectively.
Reported by BrilioFood YouTube Echi Raffani on Monday (23/9), the YouTube user admitted to using one type of fruit when boiling the tendon. The fruit is cucumber. Through the video, he further explains the function of using this cucumber.
photo: YouTube/Echi Raffani
"The cucumber must be sliced thinly, because besides being able to remove the sticky feeling, cucumber can also remove the fishy smell of the tendons," explained YouTuber Echi Raffani.
To maximize the results, he also added several types of spices to remove the unpleasant odor of the tendon. In the video, YouTube user Echi Raffani uses 1 stalk of lemongrass, 2 pieces of lime leaves, and 2 pieces of bay leaves.
photo: YouTube/Echi Raffani
To be more precise, boil the water first until it boils. Then add the spices to the boiling water. Then add the thinly sliced cucumber. To boil 1/2 kilogram of kikil, he uses one medium-sized cucumber.
photo: YouTube/Echi Raffani
After that, cover the pan and boil until tender. In the video, he admitted that it took 20-30 minutes to make the tendons soft and tender. In addition to being soft, the addition of cucumber and spices makes the tendons even more delicious.
When it is soft, lift and drain the tendon. While it is hot, immediately wash the tendon in running water. Do this washing process 2-3 times so that the remaining fat that is still attached can be removed.
photo: YouTube/Echi Raffani
Well, the tendon is ready to be processed. Or if you want to use it as stock, you can store it directly in the refrigerator. Guaranteed the texture is soft, odorless, and non-sticky.
"It turns out there are tips too, Mom, so that the tendons don't stick together. It will definitely be more delicious when cooked. For me, sometimes I just cook it for a long time so that it's soft. Thanks, Mom," said YouTube @TIPSMASAKANSEHAT.
"Thank you, Bun, for gaining new knowledge," said YouTube @dianaustin5300.
"Thank you for the knowledge, Sis," said YouTube @kamariahkamariah2681.
"Thank you, Ms. Echi," said YouTube @nyimasmaimunah.
"Thanks for the tips," commented the YouTube account @putrimeghasari7446.