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Beef Caldereta

A hearty Filipino beef stew filled with rich flavors and tender meat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 lbs beef chuck cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 1 cup potato cubed
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce optional
  • 1 tablespoon liver spread or mashed liver
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup green peas frozen or fresh

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Cut the beef into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Chop the vegetables to your desired size.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the beef cubes in batches, browning them on all sides.
  5. Once all the beef is browned, remove it from the pot.
  6. In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
  7. Stir in the tomato sauce and let it cook for a few minutes.
  8. Return the beef to the pot, add the beef broth, soy sauce, and liver spread.
  9. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  10. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 1.5 hours.
  11. After the beef is tender, add the potatoes, carrots, and bell pepper.
  12. Finally, add the green peas and let everything simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes.

Notes

Serve with steamed rice for a complete meal. You can also let the dish sit overnight for richer flavors.