Beef Kaldereta with Tomato and Potato
A hearty Filipino stew where tender beef simmers in a savory tomato-based sauce with potatoes, creating a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for chilly evenings. This Filipino recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs beef chuck, vegetable oil, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes beef chuck
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1, chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1, chopped red bell pepper
- 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes potatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp (for beef seasoning) + to taste salt
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
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Instructions
- Step 1: Season beef cubes with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef and sear for 4-5 minutes until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 1 chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves to the pot, cooking for 2 minutes until softened, then add 1 chopped red bell pepper and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 can diced tomatoes, 1/2 cup beef broth, 1/4 cup tomato paste, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and 2 tablespoons soy sauce. Bring to a simmer.
- Step 5: Return beef to the pot, add 2 cups peeled and cubed potatoes, and stir to combine. Cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes until beef is tender and potatoes are cooked through.
- Step 6: Adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed, and serve hot.









