Pinakaging na Baka

Ingredients for Pinakaging na Baka

• 1 1/2 kg beef ribs or 1 kg rib fingers
• 1 whole garlic, halved crosswise
• 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
• 2 star anise
• 4 bay leaves
• 1/4 cup calamansi or lime juice
• Salt, to taste
• Oil, for deep-frying

How to cook Pinakaging na Baka

1. 1.Combine garlic, pepper, star anise, calamansi juice, and salt. Coat beef thoroughly and refrigerate overnight.
2. 2.Place beef and marinade in a pot with bay leaves. Cover and simmer over very low heat for about 1 1/2 hours, until tender.
3. 3.Add 1/2 cup water only if the pot becomes dry, then cool the cooked beef.
4. 4.Heat deep-frying oil to 180°C. Fry cooled beef in batches until golden brown and crisp outside.
5. 5.Drain on paper towels and serve hot.