Rich Beef Stew

Name: Rich Beef Stew (Caldereta)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons oil; 1½ lbs (650 g) stewing beef, cut into chunks; 1 medium onion, sliced into rings; 6 cups (1½ liters) water; 10 oz (300 g) pork liver; 2 Spanish sausages, thinly sliced; ¾ cup (60 g) minced garlic; 1⅓ cups (330 ml) canned tomato sauce; ⅓ cup (80 ml) vinegar; 1 cup (125 g) grated Cheddar cheese; 2 tablespoons sugar; ¼ teaspoon salt, adding extra to taste; ¼ teaspoon pepper, adding extra to taste; 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed; 2 medium carrots, sliced; 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 cup (160 g) fresh or frozen green peas; 1 cup (160 g) fresh or frozen green peas; ½ cup (100 g) green or black olives; ½ cup (100 g) green or black olives

Caldereta

Preparation info

Serves
6-8

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
1 hr 45

Appears in

Filipino Homestyle Dishes

By Norma Olizon-Chikiamco

Published 2003

About

This dish is a favorite at town fiestas. Long, slow simmering makes the beef tender, while the Spanish sausages, peas and olives add richness to the taste.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons oil
1½ lbs (650 g) stewing beef, cut into chunks

Asia
Philippines
Stew

Method

Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large casserole or wok and sauté the beef until evenly browned. Place the beef and oil in a stockpot. Add the onions and pour in the water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer.
Meanwhile, grill the pork liver under a broiler until it is half cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Remove from the grill and chop finely.