Kaldereta with a Twist

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (900g) beef stew meat, cubed 2 pounds (900g) beef stew meat, cubed
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, chopped 1 onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 2 spicy chili peppers, sliced 2 spicy chili peppers, sliced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup (240ml) beef broth 1 cup (240ml) beef broth
• 1 cup (240ml) water 1 cup (240ml) water
• 1 can (4 ounces) liver spread 1 can (4 ounces) liver spread
• 2 bay leaves 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon vinegar 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 1 cup (240ml) grated cheese, for garnish 1 cup (240ml) grated cheese, for garnish
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 4g
• Protein: 45g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, and sauté until fragrant.
2. 2.
   Add beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides.
3. 3.
   Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
4. 4.
   Add beef broth, water, liver spread, bay leaves, paprika, black pepper, salt, sugar, soy sauce, and vinegar. Stir well to combine.
5. 5.
   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
6. 6.
   Add the sliced bell peppers and chili peppers. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
7. 7.
   Remove bay leaves and discard.
8. 8.
   Serve the Kaldereta hot, garnished with grated cheese and fresh cilantro. Enjoy with steamed rice.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Liver spread — If you're unable to find liver spread, you can substitute it with pâté or a small amount of liver pâté mixed with cream cheese for a similar flavor and texture.

Tips & Tricks

• For a milder version, reduce the amount of spicy chili peppers or remove the seeds before adding them to the dish.
• Allow the stew to simmer for a longer time for even more tender beef.
• Serve the Kaldereta with a side of pickled vegetables to balance the richness of the dish.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and taste even better the next day as the flavors meld together.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with water and add it to the stew during the last few minutes of cooking.

Serving advice

Serve the Kaldereta hot with steamed rice to soak up the flavorful sauce. Garnish with grated cheese and fresh cilantro for added richness and freshness.

Presentation advice

Present the Kaldereta in a deep serving dish, allowing the vibrant colors of the bell peppers and chili peppers to shine through. Sprinkle some grated cheese and fresh cilantro on top for an enticing visual appeal.