Zesty Filipino Kare-Kare with Banana Hearts and Shrimp Paste
A Nutty Stew with Exotic Filipino Flavors
A rich and savory peanut sauce-based stew bursting with tender meat, fresh vegetables, and unique banana hearts, served with a side of spicy shrimp paste for an unforgettable meal.
- 2 h 30 min
- 6
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Stew Base
For the Vegetables
For the Peanut Sauce
For the Shrimp Paste Sauté
Preparation
Marinating the Meat
Add to pot
In a large pot, add the oxtail, pork hock, water, onion, garlic, and bay leaf.
Simmer
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours or until the meat is tender.
Reserve broth
Reserve the broth for the sauce and set the meat aside.
Preparing the Peanut Sauce
Combine ingredients
In a saucepan, combine the ground peanuts, reserved beef broth, and rice flour mixture.
Toast the peanut mix a little in the pan for extra flavor.
Thicken sauce
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
Ensure the peanut sauce is smooth—lumps can spoil the texture.
Season
Season with salt and pepper.
Cooking Process
Stew Creation
Combine the cooked meat and thick peanut sauce, ensuring even coverage and enhanced flavor absorption.
Vegetable Integration
Add banana hearts, eggplant, and green beans to the mixture and simmer for another 10 minutes.
Finishing Touch
Stir in the water spinach last, let it wilt slightly before removing from heat.
Plating & Serving
Zesty Filipino Kare-Kare with Banana Hearts and Shrimp Paste
Zesty Filipino Kare-Kare with Banana Hearts and Shrimp Paste
Serving
Serve the Kare-Kare hot in a large bowl with the vibrant vegetables on top, alongside a small dish of spicy shrimp paste.