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Beef Kaldereta

A comforting Filipino stew made with tender beef, vegetables, and a rich savory sauce that's perfect for cold days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, cubed
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon liver spread
  • 1-2 chili peppers, optional for spice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Water as needed

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until soft.
  2. Toss in the beef cubes and cook until browned.
  3. Pour in tomato sauce and soy sauce; stir to combine.
  4. Add enough water to cover the beef. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until beef is tender (about 1.5-2 hours).
  5. Stir in liver spread, bell pepper, potatoes, and carrots; simmer until veggies are cooked.
  6. Add green peas and chili peppers; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes before serving hot.

Notes

Keep tasting as you go to adjust the seasoning to your preference. This dish tastes better the next day as flavors intensify.