How to Make Kare Kare (Oxtail Stew) - A Step-by-Step Guide

One of the most beloved Filipino dishes, Kare Kare is a rich and savory oxtail stew that is packed with flavor and is perfect for comforting family meals. This dish is a staple in Filipino cuisine and is often served at special occasions and celebrations.

Kare Kare is traditionally made using oxtail as the main protein, but it can also be made with other cuts of beef or even with pork hocks. The stew is cooked in a thick peanut sauce and is often served with a side of shrimp paste and...

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Ingredients

  • 4 ½ pounds beef oxtails
  • 3 cups water, or more as needed
  • 2 beef bouillon cubes
  • ½ pound bok choy, chopped
  • ½ pound long beans, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ pound eggplant, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon achiote powder
  • 3 tablespoons smooth peanut butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Bring oxtails and water to a boil in a large pot. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, at least 2 hours, adding more water as necessary. Skim as much fat from the top of the liquid as possible.
  • Transfer oxtails to a plate. Crumble beef bouillon cubes into the pot and stir to dissolve. Add bok choy, beans, and eggplant and simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • While the vegetables are simmering, heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in achiote powder. Stir in peanut butter until melted. Add about 1/2 of the simmering broth and simmer for 5 minutes. Add oxtails and cook for 5 minutes. Transfer remaining broth and vegetables to the pot and stir to combine. Serve hot.
  • Nutrition

    1071 cal.

    • Total Fat: 55g
    • Saturated Fat: 21g
    • Cholesterol: 375mg
    • Sodium: 1010mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 117g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 157mg
    • Iron: 17mg
    • Potassium: 1596mg