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Irresistible Beef Caldereta Recipe with 3 Secret Tricks

Beef Caldereta Recipe
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This rich, bold, and ultra-flavorful beef stew is a Filipino comfort food favorite—perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or special weekend meals!

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
  • 3 tbsp oil (for browning)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 medium carrots, cubed
  • 3 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup liver spread (or mashed liver pâté – optional but authentic)
  • 1 cup beef broth or water
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce (optional)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Red chili or siling labuyo (optional for spice)
  • 1/2 cup grated cheese (quick-melt or cheddar – optional, for cheesy version)
  • Green olives or pickles (optional for extra tang)

Instructions

  1. Sear the Beef: In a large pot, heat oil and brown the beef in batches—this builds that deep beefy flavor base you want in a hearty comfort dish.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant. Add tomato paste and cook until it darkens slightly—this step brings out the richness of the sauce.
  3. Build the Stew: Add tomato sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce (if using), bay leaves, and broth. Return beef to the pot and let simmer on low for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the beef is fall-apart tender. This is your slow-cooked flavor bomb!
  4. Add the Veggies & Extras: Stir in potatoes, carrots, bell peppers, liver spread, and cheese (if using). Cook for 20 more minutes until veggies are soft and stew thickens. The sauce should be rich, silky, and mouthwatering.
  5. Final Touch & Serve: Season to taste with salt, pepper, and sugar. Add olives or chili if desired. Serve hot with fluffy white rice—this is Filipino fiesta flavor in every bite!

Notes

  • Liver spread adds depth but can be omitted if unavailable.
  • Adjust chili for desired spice level.
  • Cheese and olives add extra richness and tang.

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Keywords: Beef Caldereta Recipe, Filipino beef stew, Caldereta with liver spread, Spicy tomato-based stew, Comfort food with rice, Hearty Filipino dinner, Special occasion Pinoy dish

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