Beef Caldereta
Few beef recipes are as satisfying as a well-made Beef Caldereta. The star here is cut cubes beef, supported by a short list of everyday ingredients. A hot pan and a little patience give you the kind of colour and texture that makes this dish. Scroll down for the ingredients, the step-by-step method, and answers to the questions we get asked most about it.
- Level Hard
Ingredients
- 2 kg Cut cubes Beef
- 1 Beef Stock
- 1 Tbs Soy Sauce
- 2 cup Water
- 1 Green Pepper
- 1 Red Pepper
- 1 Potatoes
- 1 Carrots
- 8 oz Tomato Puree
- 3 tbsp Peanut Butter
- 5 Chilli Powder
- 1 Chopped Onion
- 5 clove Garlic
- 3 Tbs Olive Oil
Method
- Heat oil in a cooking pot. Saute onion and garlic until onion softens
- Add beef. Saute until the outer part turns light brown.
- Add soy sauce. Pour tomato sauce and water. Let boil.
- Add Knorr Beef Cube. Cover the pressure cooker. Cook for 30 minutes.
- Pan-fry carrot and potato until it browns. Set aside.
- Add chili pepper, liver spread and peanut butter. Stir.
- Add bell peppers, fried potato and carrot. Cover the pot. Continue cooking for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Season with salt and ground black pepper. Serve.
Tips for the best Beef Caldereta
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 14 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
- Do not crowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed so everything browns instead of steaming.
- This is a 8-step recipe, so set up your workspace in the order the steps use it.
Variations
- Mild version: halve the chilli and finish with a spoon of yoghurt or cream to soften the heat.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Swap the beef for lamb or mushrooms or lentils — keep the cooking time similar and check for doneness.
Serving ideas
Serve hot with rice, potatoes or crusty bread, and something green on the side.
Storage
Best eaten fresh. Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for 2 days; reheat in a hot pan or oven rather than the microwave to bring the crispness back.
Frequently asked questions
What can I substitute for cut cubes beef?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Is this Beef Caldereta recipe hard to make?
It is rated hard: 14 ingredients and 8 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Can I make Beef Caldereta ahead of time?
You can prep all the ingredients a day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge, then cook just before serving for the best texture.
Recipe data via TheMealDB — source
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