Beef Kare-Kare Tray

A traditional Filipino stew made with tender beef and vegetables simmered in a rich peanut sauce, usually served with bagoong (shrimp paste) on the side.

Ingredients

• Beef shank or oxtail
• Peanut butter or ground peanuts
• Annatto seeds or annatto powder
• Garlic, minced
• Onion, chopped
• Banana heart or eggplant
• String beans
• Pechay or bok choy
• Salt
• Pepper
• Cooking oil
• Water or beef broth
• Bagoong (shrimp paste, for serving)

Procedure

1. Boil beef shank or oxtail in water or broth until tender, then set aside.
2. Heat oil in a pan and sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
3. Add annatto seeds or powder for color, then stir in peanut butter or ground peanuts to form the sauce.
4. Combine beef with the sauce and simmer until flavors blend.
5. Add vegetables and cook until just tender.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot with bagoong on the side and steamed rice.