1. Heat a large pot and add corn oil. On medium high. 2. Add garlic, cloves, bay leaves, and tripe. Sautee for a couple of minutes (may add the optional red chiles for spiciness). 3. Add water, bring to a boil and let simmer (covered) till tender. Aprox. 5- 8 hours 4. When tender remove tripe from soup, either cut into Julienne strips or manageable chunks smaller than a spoon size. Re-add to the tripe to the soup when strained. 5. Strain soup of the garlic, cloves, and, bay leaves. 6. Add all vegetables and herbs: celery, carrots, onions, plantains, cabbage, tomato, squash, potatoes, culantro, parsley, and the coconut milk. taste for seasonings.(remain in simmering) 7. Cook until vegetables are tender. Aprox. 30 minutes. Taste again before serving. 8. Serve in bowl aside with a quarter lime and the optional cooked white or brown rice. Enjoy!!!