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Delicious Beef Caldereta Batangas without tomato sauce served in a bowl

Beef Caldereta Batangas

Beef Caldereta is a classic Filipino dish known for its rich and savory flavors, this Batangas version skips tomato sauce for a deliciously unique meal.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For Marinating the Beef
  • 1.1 kilograms beef caldereta cut
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/8 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • Ground black pepper to taste
For Cooking
  • 5 1/2 cups hot water
  • 2 large onions
  • 1 head of garlic
  • 1/2 cup grated cheese
  • 4 tablespoons pickle relish
  • Chili powder to taste
  • 60 grams butter or margarine
  • Red bell peppers (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon annatto powder/atsuete
  • 1 small can liver spread
  • 3 tablespoons bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons ground peanut or peanut butter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the sliced beef in a bowl. Add the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and pepper. Mix well, cover the bowl, and marinate the beef for 1 hour.
  2. Separate the beef from the marinade sauce and set the sauce aside.
Cooking
  1. In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Sauté the garlic until it turns brown.
  2. Add the onions and cook until they become very soft.
  3. Add the marinated beef and sauté for 10 minutes until it is brown. Stir to cook evenly.
  4. Pour in the marinade sauce, season with pepper, add the pickle relish, and mix everything well. Cover the pan and cook for 5 minutes until the sauce is absorbed.
  5. Add 4 cups of hot water and chili powder. Cover and let it simmer for 30-40 minutes or until the beef becomes tender, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add another 1 1/2 cups of hot water.
  7. Prepare the thickening mixture by combining the annatto powder, hot water, liver spread, bread crumbs, and ground peanut or peanut butter. Add this mixture to the pan.
  8. Reduce the heat and cook for 3 minutes, stirring continuously.
  9. If using, add red bell peppers and lastly, stir in the grated cheese. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until it thickens.

Notes

Serve Beef Caldereta Batangas hot over steamed rice, with extra cheese on the side for those who love a cheesy finish. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.