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Beef Caldereta
A rich and savory Filipino beef stew, featuring tender chuck roast simmered in a flavorful tomato-based sauce with vegetables and unique Filipino seasonings. This hearty dish is perfect for a family dinner, offering a comforting and deeply satisfying meal.
#Beef
#Stew
#Filipino
#Savory
#Dinner
#Comfort Food
#Tomato-based
#Caldereta
Browning the beef cubes
Recipe Information
30m
Prep Time
3h 7m
Cook Time
3h 37m
Total Time
5
Servings
Medium
Filipino
English
Nutrition (per serving)
650
Calories
50g
Protein
40g
Carbs
30g
Fat
Stew simmering with aromatics
Ingredients
Servings: 5
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Adding vegetables and finishing touches
Instructions
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- Prepare the beef and aromatics by cutting the chuck roast into 2-inch cubes, dicing the onions, and mincing the garlic.10m
Preview10mPreviewPrepare the beef and aromatics by cutting the chuck roast into 2-inch cubes, dicing the onions, and mincing the garlic. - In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a little oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches, searing all sides. Remove the browned beef and set aside.15mPreview15mPreviewIn a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a little oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches, searing all sides. Remove the browned beef and set aside.
- In the same pot, add a little more oil if needed, then sauté the diced onions until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.7m
Preview7mPreviewIn the same pot, add a little more oil if needed, then sauté the diced onions until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. - Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes, then add the diced tomatoes, soy sauce, calamansi or lemon juice, beef bouillon cubes, bay leaves, sugar, and black pepper. Return the browned beef to the pot.5m
Preview5mPreviewStir in the tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes, then add the diced tomatoes, soy sauce, calamansi or lemon juice, beef bouillon cubes, bay leaves, sugar, and black pepper. Return the browned beef to the pot. - Add enough water or beef broth to cover the meat. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1.5-2 hours, or until the beef is very tender. Stir occasionally.2hPreview2hPreviewAdd enough water or beef broth to cover the meat. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1.5-2 hours, or until the beef is very tender. Stir occasionally.
- Add the diced potatoes and sliced carrots to the pot and continue simmering for 20-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Then, stir in the liver spread, banana ketchup, red chili flakes, peanut butter, and the optional Knorr liquid seasoning and oyster sauce.30mPreview30mPreviewAdd the diced potatoes and sliced carrots to the pot and continue simmering for 20-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Then, stir in the liver spread, banana ketchup, red chili flakes, peanut butter, and the optional Knorr liquid seasoning and oyster sauce.
- Continue to simmer for another 5-10 minutes to allow all the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.10m
Preview10mPreviewContinue to simmer for another 5-10 minutes to allow all the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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