Beef Caldereta Recipe
A Pinoy favorite done the sauce-sarap way.
Preparation Time
10 min.
Cooking Time
3 hrs. and 30 mins.
Serving Size
5
Overview
The classic beef caldereta is a favorite comfort food perfect for family meals and gatherings. Wondering how to cook calderata that's easy to make and everyone will love? Read on for a beef caldereta recipe that's wonderfully aromatic and filled with all the goodies: tender beef, potatoes, bell peppers and more!
Cuisine
Filipino
Categories
- Main Dish
- Beef
- Del Monte Tomato Sauce
Ingredients:
- 2 Tbsp oil
- 2 1/2 Tbsp garlic
- 1/3 cup onion, red
- 650 g beef, shortribs
- 1/3 cup liver spread
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1 pouch DEL MONTE Original Style Tomato Sauce (250g)
- 1 cup potato
- 1 1/4 pcs bay leaf/laurel leaf
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper, black
- 1/2 Tbsp siling labuyo
- 2/3 cup green peas
- 1/3 cup bell pepper, red
- 1/3 cup bell pepper, green
- 1/4 cup cheese
Preparation:
- Sauté garlic, onion, and beef until beef turns light brown. Add liver spread and water. Bring to a boil then simmer for 2-3 hours or until beef is tender.
- Add DEL MONTE Original Style Tomato Sauce, potato, laurel leaf, salt, pepper, and siling labuyo. Bring to a boil and turn down heat to simmer. Cook for 10 minutes.
- Add green peas, bell peppers, and cheese. Bring to a boil then simmer for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Lusog Notes
Vitamin A is important for normal vision and healthy skin as well as for protection from infections. This Caldereta recipe is high in in vitamin A. It is also a source of protein that supports growth and development.
Chef`s Tip
Slow cooking this dish not only allows to tenderize the meat but also allows all the flavor to come together.
Cooking Skills Needed
- Sautéing
- Simmering
- Slicing
Cooking Tools Needed
- Chopping Board
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoon
- Pot