Big pot of Kare - kare (Filipino dish)
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Kare-kare has always been a dish of patience and love. Slow-cooked until tender, it reminds me that good things take time—just like care, family, and the meals we share around the table.” lol I almost drop the shrimp paste (bagoong) 🤭👩🏻🍳
Kare-kare (Regular Beef Recipe)
Ingredients
• 1½–2 lbs regular beef, cut into cubes
• 6 cups water
• ½ cup peanut butter (crunchy or plane )
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp annatto oil (or annatto powder or turmeric powder optional )
• 1 eggplant, sliced
• 1 bundle string beans, cut
• 1 bundle pechay or bok choy
• Salt or fish sauce to taste
Instructions
1. Boil beef in water until very tender (about 1–1½ hours). Reserve❤️ the broth.
2. Sauté garlic and onion in annatto oil until fragrant.
3. Add peanut butter ; stir well.
4. Slowly add beef broth while stirring until thick and smooth.
5. Add beef and simmer 10 minutes.
6. Add vegetables (pechay last).
7. Season lightly. Serve with rice and bagoong.
Comfort food, made with patience and love 🥣🤗🥰❤️
Kare-Kare is one of those heartwarming dishes that truly embodies Filipino culture and hospitality. From my personal experience, the key to making an unforgettable Kare-Kare lies in the slow cooking process that tenderizes the beef long enough for the flavors to meld beautifully. When I first tried cooking Kare-Kare on a chilly winter day, the aroma of sautéed garlic and onion in annatto oil filled the kitchen, creating a cozy atmosphere. Adding crunchy peanut butter to the broth brings the rich, creamy consistency that makes this dish so special, setting it apart from other stews. A helpful tip I learned is to reserve the beef broth after boiling the meat; this broth enriches the sauce's flavor and helps achieve the perfect thickness. When adding vegetables like eggplant, string beans, and pechay, timing matters—add the pechay last to keep it vibrant and crisp. Serving Kare-Kare with steamed white rice and bagoong (fermented shrimp paste) enhances the dish with a salty and tangy contrast that complements the savory peanut sauce. This balance is what makes Kare-Kare a favorite during family gatherings or special celebrations. Trying out variations with annatto powder or turmeric can give the dish a beautiful golden hue and a slightly different depth of flavor, which I recommend experimenting with to suit your taste. Overall, making Kare-Kare is not just about following a recipe; it’s a comforting experience that brings patience, love, and warmth to the kitchen and dining table—perfect for those winter days when you crave a hearty Filipino meal.
