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Cheesy Beef Caldereta
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How To Cook Beef Caldereta with Cheese

Another variation of the beef caldereta is the cheesy beef caldereta. Of course the obvious ingredients here is cheese, in fact, quick melt cheese is used.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Beef Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: beef caldereta, calderata with cheese
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 410kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 3/4 kilo beef sirloin or briskets (or caldereta cut beef cubes) sliced into cubes
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pc onion minced
  • 7 to 10 cups water
  • 1/2 Tbsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. ground pepper
  • 2 pcs pcs bay leaf
  • 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • 2/3 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 pcs pcs birds eye chili or siling labuyo chopped (optional)
  • 2 Tbsp. peanut butter (optional)
  • 1/2 cup liver spread
  • 3/4 cup quick melt cheese grated
  • 2 pcs bell peppers sliced into strips
  • 1 pc carrot sliced
  • 1 pc large potato sliced

Instructions

How To Cook Cheesy Beef Caldereta

  • Heat oil in a pan and fry potatoes and carrots until brown. Set aside.
  • Add in beef and fry until brown. In the same pan reduce oil to 2 Tbsp. and saute garlic and onion until fragrant.
  • Add the beef and stir for a few seconds. Pour water, salt, pepper and bay leaf. Simmer until meat is tender.
  • Add in tomato paste, tomato sauce, chili, liver spread and peanut butter and cook for 5 minutes while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
  • Add in grated cheese, carrots and potatoes, bell peppers and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Serve hot.

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Notes

Cooking Tips of Beef Caldereta with Cheese:

  1. Cheese Selection: When making Beef Caldereta with cheese, opt for a good-quality cheese that melts well, such as quick melt cheese or cheddar. The cheese's melting ability is crucial to achieving the creamy texture that characterizes this dish.
  2. Simmer for Flavor: Allow your Beef Caldereta to simmer for an adequate amount of time after adding the cheese, carrots, potatoes, and bell peppers. This extended simmering period allows the flavors to meld, resulting in a richer and more flavorful dish.
  3. Spice Control: Adjust the level of chili according to your spice preference. Be mindful that the chili can significantly impact the dish's heat, so add it gradually, tasting as you go to find the perfect balance between the rich cheese and the spicy kick.