Rich Filipino Kaldereta with Olives and Bell Peppers

Name: Rich Filipino Kaldereta with Olives and Bell Peppers
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Beef chuck, cut into cubes; Soy sauce; Lemon juice; Garlic, minced; Black pepper; Onions, sliced; Tomato sauce; Beef broth; Liver spread; Green olives; Potatoes, peeled and cubed; Carrots, sliced; Red bell pepper, sliced; Green bell pepper, sliced; Cooking oil; Bay leaves; Salt

A Hearty Stew of Beef and Veggies

Dive into this savory Filipino classic featuring tender chunks of beef simmered in a rich tomato sauce with olives and vibrant bell peppers.

3 h 30 min
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Marinade

Beef chuck, cut into cubes

2 lbs

Soy sauce

2 tbsp

Lemon juice

1/4 cup

Garlic, minced

4 cloves

Black pepper

1/2 tsp

For the Stew

Onions, sliced

2 large

Tomato sauce

2 cups

Beef broth

1 cup

Liver spread

2 tbsp

Green olives

1/2 cup

Potatoes, peeled and cubed

2 large

Carrots, sliced

2 large

Red bell pepper, sliced

Green bell pepper, sliced

For Cooking

Cooking oil

3 tbsp

Bay leaves

Salt

To taste

Preparation

Marinating the Beef

Combine ingredients

In a large bowl, combine the beef cubes with soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper.

Coat the beef

Mix well so the beef is thoroughly coated.

Refrigerate

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or ideally overnight.

Preparing the Vegetables

Prep vegetables

Peel and cube the potatoes; slice the carrots, red, and green bell peppers.

Ensure all your vegetables are cut uniformly for even cooking.

Set aside

Set the vegetables aside to be added to the stew later.

To avoid bitterness, soak the olives in water for about 15 minutes before using.

Cooking Process

Sautéing the Aromatics

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent.

Timing: 8 min. Heat: Medium.

Cooking the Beef

Add marinated beef and brown on all sides.

Simmering

Pour in tomato sauce, beef broth, bay leaves, and liver spread. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer until the beef is tender, about 2 to 2.5 hours.

Timing: 2.5 h. Heat: Low.

Plating & Serving