Slow-Cooked Beef Giniling with Potatoes and Peas
Hearty Filipino beef giniling simmered slowly with potatoes, carrots, and peas in a savory tomato-based sauce. This filipino-inspired beef ready in about 55 minutes pairs ground beef, medium onion, finely chopped, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 ground beef
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 large carrot, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup green peas, frozen
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- to taste salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely chopped onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 medium diced potatoes and 1 large diced carrot, cooking for 3 minutes to coat with the beef and aromatics.
- Step 4: Pour in 1 cup tomato sauce, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1/2 cup water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Step 5: Add 1/2 cup frozen green peas, season with salt and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper, and cook uncovered for another 5 minutes until peas are heated through and sauce thickens slightly.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Beef Giniling with Potatoes and Peas take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Slow-Cooked Beef Giniling with Potatoes and Peas?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Beef Giniling with Potatoes and Peas?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Slow-Cooked Beef Giniling with Potatoes and Peas for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Slow-Cooked Beef Giniling with Potatoes and Peas?
Filipino beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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