Filipino Beef Kaldereta
A spicy beef stew originating from the Philippines, characterized by its rich and savory flavor. This recipe is a classic take on the traditional dish.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound beef brisket or beef shank, cut into 2-inch pieces beef
- ●2 tablespoons vegetable oil aromaticfor browning the beef
- ●2 tablespoons patis (fish sauce) or salt spicy
- ●2 cups beef broth kaldereta
- ●1 large onion, chopped onion
- ●4 cloves garlic, minced garlic
- ●1 large bell pepper, chopped bell pepper
- ●1 large tomato, diced tomato
- ●2 bay leaves bay leaf
- ●to taste black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown the beef until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove the browned beef from the pot and set aside.
- 4
Add more oil if needed, then sauté the onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the tomato and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 6
Add the beef broth, patis or salt, and bay leaves. Stir to combine.
- 7
Return the browned beef to the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 8
Cover the pot and transfer it to the oven. Braise the beef for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender.
- 9
Season with black pepper to taste.
- 10
Serve the kaldereta hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.