Taste of PH

Caldereta: Filipino Beef Stew with a Spanish Soul

Prep: 20 mins  |  Cook: 1 hour 30 mins  |  Serves: 6

Caldereta is celebration comfort — a pot that fills the house with tomato, garlic, and the promise of second helpings.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg beef (chuck or brisket), cubed
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup liver spread (optional but classic)
  • 1 can (400 g) tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 potatoes, cubed
  • 1 carrot, cubed
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/3 cup green olives
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • Salt, pepper, and chili flakes to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown beef in oil; set aside.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic. Add tomato sauce, soy, and broth; return beef and simmer until tender (60–90 minutes).
  3. Stir in liver spread, potatoes, and carrot; cook until tender.
  4. Add bell pepper and olives; simmer 3–5 minutes. Season to taste.

Serving Tip

Best enjoyed with hot rice and shared with family.

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