Beef Kaldereta

Name: Beef Kaldereta
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 95 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 15 oz tomato sauce; 2 cups low-sodium beef broth; 2 tbsp liver spread (Reno or Clara Ole brand) or chicken liver pate; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cubed 1 in; 2 medium carrots, peeled, sliced 1/2 in; 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-in pieces; 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-in pieces; 1/2 cup pimiento-stuffed green olives (optional), sliced; 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

A bold Filipino beef stew braised with tomatoes, liver spread, and bell peppers in a rich, slightly spicy sauce that coats every piece of tender beef. This festive one-pot classic is perfect for feeding a crowd.

120 minMediumServes 4560 cal/serving

FilipinoDinnerStovetopStandardHigh FiberHigh ProteinLow CarbDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeLow-Sodium

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Ingredients

2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
2 tbsp vegetable oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
15 oz tomato sauce
2 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 tbsp liver spread (Reno or Clara Ole brand) or chicken liver pate
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cubed 1 in
2 medium carrots, peeled, sliced 1/2 in
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-in pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-in pieces
1/2 cup pimiento-stuffed green olives (optional), sliced
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

1

Season 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Sear beef in batches without crowding for 3 to 4 minutes per side until deep brown. Transfer to a plate.
2

Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion to the pot and cook for 3 minutes until softened, scraping up browned bits. Add 6 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute.
3

Return the beef to the pot. Pour in 15 oz tomato sauce and 2 cups low-sodium beef broth. Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil.
4

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 60 to 70 minutes until the beef is very tender and nearly fork-tender.
5

Add 2 medium peeled, cubed 1 in Yukon Gold potatoes and 2 medium peeled, sliced 1/2 in carrots. Cover and cook for 12 minutes.
6

Stir in 2 tbsp liver spread (Reno or Clara Ole brand) or chicken liver pate until fully incorporated. Add 1 cut into 1-in pieces red bell pepper, 1 cut into 1-in pieces green bell pepper, and 1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed green olives (optional). Cook uncovered for 5 to 7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
7

Verify beef has reached an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Taste and adjust seasoning with salt. Serve over steamed rice.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Beef Kaldereta?

As written, 120 minutes: 25 of prep and 95 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (1 hour 10 minutes): "Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 60 to 70 minutes until the beef is very tender and nearly fork-tender."

What internal temperature should Beef Kaldereta reach?

For Beef Kaldereta, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 7. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I skip the searing in Beef Kaldereta?

Step 1 reads: "Sear beef in batches without crowding for 3 to 4 minutes per side until deep brown." You can, but you give up flavor. The browning in step 1 builds the savory base the rest of the dish is seasoned against. Give the pieces room so the pan stays hot.

How hot is Beef Kaldereta?

Moderately. The heat in Beef Kaldereta comes from 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes. For a milder plate, halve the red pepper flakes; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Beef Kaldereta gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Beef Kaldereta is 2 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Beef Kaldereta low-carb?

A serving of Beef Kaldereta carries 19 g of carbohydrate, 11 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 95 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 19 percent.

Does Beef Kaldereta contain soy?

Yes: 2 tbsp soy sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten and soy. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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