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Rich Filipino Kaldereta with Olives and Bell Peppers

Name: Rich Filipino Kaldereta with Olives and Bell Peppers
Prep time: 70 min
Cook time: 210 min
Total time: 280 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 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; 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, 1; Green bell pepper, sliced, 1; Cooking oil, 3 tbsp; Bay leaves, 2; Salt, To taste

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

4.4(50 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·November 10, 2025

Rich Filipino Kaldereta with Olives and Bell Peppers — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

1 h 10 min

Cook

3 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Marinade

For the Stew

For Cooking

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 524 kcal
Protein: 38.5 g
Carbs: 31 g
Fat: 30.5 g
Fiber: 6.2 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3144 kcal
Protein: 231 g
Carbs: 186 g
Fat: 182 g
Fiber: 37 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Beef chuck, cut into cubes 2 lbs	1824	200	0	128	0
Soy sauce 2 tbsp	18	2	1	0	0
Lemon juice 1/4 cup	14	0	4	0	0
Garlic, minced 4 cloves	18	1	4	0	0
Black pepper 1/2 tsp	3	0	1	0	1
Onions, sliced 2 large	100	3	24	0	4
Tomato sauce 2 cups	160	8	32	0	8
Beef broth 1 cup	15	2	1	1	0
Liver spread 2 tbsp	58	2	3	4	0
Green olives 1/2 cup	75	1	5	7	3
Potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 large	338	8	72	0	8
Carrots, sliced 2 large	100	2	24	0	8
Red bell pepper, sliced 1	37	1	9	0	3
Green bell pepper, sliced 1	24	1	6	0	2
Cooking oil 3 tbsp	360	0	0	42	0
Bay leaves 2	0	0	0	0	0
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Beef

1
Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the beef cubes with soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper.
2
Coat the beef
Mix well so the beef is thoroughly coated.
3
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or ideally overnight.

Preparing the Vegetables

1
Prep vegetables
Peel and cube the potatoes; slice the carrots, red, and green bell peppers.
Tip: Ensure all your vegetables are cut uniformly for even cooking.
2
Set aside
Set the vegetables aside to be added to the stew later.
Tip: To avoid bitterness, soak the olives in water for about 15 minutes before using.

How to Make Rich Filipino Kaldereta with Olives and Bell Peppers

Total time: 4 h 40 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Sautéing the Aromatics
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent.
2
Cooking the Beef
Add marinated beef and brown on all sides.
3
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.