How to Make Caldereta (Filipino Beef and Chorizo Stew) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Caldereta is a popular Filipino dish that is known for its rich and flavorful taste. This hearty stew is typically made with tender beef, potatoes, carrots, and a variety of other vegetables, simmered in a savory tomato sauce. One of the key ingredients that sets this dish apart is the addition of chorizo, a type of Spanish sausage that adds a unique and delicious twist to the traditional recipe.

The origins of caldereta can be traced back to Spanish colonial influence in the Philippi...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cubed
  • 12 ounces chorizo sausage
  • ¼ cup garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup white vinegar
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cups tomato sauce
  • 2 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
  • 1 cup drained canned peas
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Combine beef, chorizo, garlic, vinegar, and soy sauce in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir until beef is browned and liquid is reduced, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion and bell pepper in hot oil until onion is translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Add tomato sauce and simmer until liquid is slightly reduced, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir beef-chorizo mixture into tomato sauce mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Stir potatoes, peas, salt, and pepper into stew; simmer until beef is tender and potatoes are cooked through, 20 to 30 minutes. Add water if needed.
  • Nutrition

    641 cal.

    • Total Fat: 43g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 119mg
    • Sodium: 2409mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 37g
    • Vitamin C: 44mg
    • Calcium: 66mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1183mg