Caldereta
Tender beef neck bones and chuck simmered in rich tomato sauce with vegetables, olives, and a creamy peanut butter twist.
Ingredients
3 lbs beef neck bones
2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
3 potatoes, peeled and cut for frying
3 carrots, peeled and cut for frying
2 red bell peppers, sliced
2 green bell peppers, sliced
5 oz pitted green olives
2 oz cheddar cheese, shredded or cubed
2 onions, chopped
5 cloves garlic, minced
5 tablespoons soy sauce
8 oz tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons beef bouillon powder
1/4 cup liver spread
3 tablespoons peanut butter
8 grams Maggi Magic Sarap seasoning
Ground black pepper, to taste
4 cups water
2 cups cooking oil
Instructions
Marinate the Beef:
In a large bowl, combine the beef neck bones, beef chuck, and soy sauce. Mix well and let marinate for 10 minutes.Fry the Vegetables:
Heat 2 cups of cooking oil in a wok or deep pan. Deep fry the potatoes and carrots until golden brown. Remove and set aside.Sauté Aromatics:
Using about 3 tablespoons of the oil from frying, heat in a clean wok over medium heat. Sauté onions for 1 minute, then add garlic and cook until fragrant and lightly browned.Cook the Beef:
Add the marinated beef to the wok. Cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef starts to brown on the outside.Add Liquids:
Pour in the tomato sauce and water. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 40 minutes.Thicken the Sauce:
Stir in the tomato paste. Continue simmering for 20–35 minutes or until the beef is tender. Add water as needed to maintain sauce consistency and stir occasionally.Add Flavor Enhancers:
Mix in beef bouillon powder, liver spread, and peanut butter. Stir well to incorporate.Add Vegetables and Olives:
Add the green olives and bell peppers. Cook for an additional 3 minutes.Season and Combine:
Season with Maggi Magic Sarap and ground black pepper to taste. Toss in the fried potatoes and carrots.Finish with Cheese:
Add the cheddar cheese and cook for 2–3 more minutes, allowing the cheese to melt slightly.Serve:
Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy hot with steamed rice.
- Pro Tip
For a richer, more balanced flavor, use very ripe peanut butter and good-quality liver spread. These ingredients add a unique creamy depth and savory richness that makes Filipino kaldereta truly special. Also, don’t rush the simmering process — low and slow cooking ensures tender beef and a well-developed sauce.
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