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beef kaldereta
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Beef Kaldereta

5 from 1 vote
Beef Kaldereta is a classic Filipino dish that is a staple in most Filipino kitchens. It is arguably the most popular meat stew in the country. You will love this one!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 -6
Course: Braising, instant pot
Cuisine: Braising, instant pot

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs beef shanks 2 pieces of beef shank
  • 2 lbs of ox tail
  • 2- inch ginger
  • 1 medium onion
  • 8 garlic cloves
  • 1-2 large carrots
  • 1-2 bell peppers
  • 1 can tomato sauce 398 mL
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • ½ cup of red wine optional, highly recommended
  • ¼ cup fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon liver spread or liver paste
  • 1 jalapeno optional, highly recommended
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. In a large Dutch oven, brown your beef pieces in batches. Do not overcrowd.
  2. Remove and set aside. Discard the excess oil.
  3. Add all the ingredients except carrots, bell peppers, and green peas.
  4. Let it come to a boil. Reduce the temperature to a low simmer. Cover with lid.
  5. Let it simmer for 1 hour, and check to ensure nothing is sticking to the bottom from time to time.
  6. When the beef is fork tender, skim some of the oil from the top.
  7. Add carrots and bell peppers. Let it cook for 15 minutes.
  8. In the last 2 minutes, add in your green peas. Adjust seasoning and salt and pepper accordingly.
  9. Serve this with white rice.

Notes

*Instant Pot - pressure cooker instructions are listed above.

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