Beef Stew (Kaldereta)

Filipino Beef Stew or Kaldereta is a famous dish in Philippines. It is a tomato based stew dish, common on parties or fiestas in the Philippines. We commonly use goat meat, chicken or beef meat. savouring dish with sweet to tangy taste.

I come up with my own version of Kaldereta, I used beef meat, i deleted the liver spread or the liver pate as it is not available from where i live. (liver spread or liver pate serves to thicken the sauce and add flavors too, but it still tasty without it).

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Cooking time: 40 minutes to 1 hr

Serves: 3-5 persons

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INGREDIENTS

• garlic and onion and bay leaf (2)
• beef meat (1- 1 1/2 kilo) cut in chunks
• tomato sauce (450 grms)
• water (1 - 1 1/2 cup)
• potato (quartered)
• carrots (quartered)
• peas
• green bell pepper
• peppercorn

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PREPARATIONS

• Saute garlic and onion in a medium heat pan

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• Add in the Beef, continue sauteing for few minutes till the meat color changes to brown

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• After saute, Add in the tomato sauce and water, (I used rice water for added taste)

• let it boil for few minutes, then add Bay leaves and Peppercorns

• once boiled, Simmer for 30 minutes or until the meat is tender

• Add in the potatoes and carrots

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• once simmered and the meat is tender
• add in green bell pepper and peas and cook for few more minutes
• salt and pepper to taste

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My Father cooks excellent Beef stew, wether it be chicken, beef or goat meat. he is a champion from this dish. everytime he cooks this stew, guaranteed, our rice pot is nice and clean.

I dedicate this recipe for my loving Father, (he loves kitchen more than my mother) ; - )

I miss them a lot, especially this coming christmas. Unfortunately i will not be able to go home, but we will call them in Christmas philippines time.

I hope you enjoy this recipe. Please let me know your feedback or how do you make your version of this dish?

Thank you for dropping in. Happy cooking and Happy eating.

Happy Christmas too.

Much love.

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