The dish's origins are in Visayas and Mindanao. The original ingredient of the recipe is beef skin with or without oxtail, but it can also be prepared with carabao skin or horse skin. The term "balbacua" comes from the Spanish word "barbacoa," meaning to slowly cook the meat over an open fire until it becomes tender. This process could take many hours to fully cook the dish, but the result is very satisfying. Balbacua is very delicious and inviting to eat; the meat is soft with a savory, sticky sauce. The dish is perfect served with a plate of steaming rice. Also best for Pulutan: with cold liquor brinks. Try our recipe; you will undoubtedly appreciate this dish.
