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Recipe of Kare-kare
Kare-kare is a classic Filipino stew known for its rich peanut sauce. This savory dish features tender oxtail, tripes, and vegetables, traditionally served with bagoong (fermented shrimp paste).
Recipe Summary
Preparation60 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
CategoryMeat
Ingredients
1 kg oxtail, cut into 2-inch pieces
300g tripes, cleaned and sliced
2 eggplants, sliced
1 bundle string beans (sitaw), cut into 2-inch lengths
2 pieces banana flower (blossom), sliced
1 bunch bok choy (pechay)
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1 medium onion, chopped
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups peanut butter
1/4 cup ground toasted rice (rice flour)
6 cups water
Salt and pepper to taste
Bagoong (fermented shrimp paste) for serving
Join me and let's see how to make Kare-kare
Instructions:
Step 1
Boil the oxtail and tripes in a large pot with enough water until tender. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In another pot, heat the cooking oil and sauté the garlic and onions until fragrant.
Step 3
Add the boiled oxtail and tripes, then pour in the peanut butter. Stir well to coat the meat.
Step 4
Sprinkle the ground toasted rice (rice flour) into the pot and continue stirring.
Step 5
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce thickens.
Step 6
Add the sliced eggplants, string beans, and banana flower. Simmer until the vegetables are tender.
Step 7
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 8
Add the bok choy (pechay) and cook until wilted.
Step 9
Serve hot with bagoong on the side. Enjoy your Kare-kare!
Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Kare-kare and get the best results.
Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Kare-kare to give a different touch to your preparation.
Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Intermediate difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 60 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.