Beef Afritada
User Reviews
4.6
46 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
4 Servings
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Calories
570 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Filipino
Beef Afritada
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Beef Afritada with fork-tender beef, potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers in a rich, flavorful tomato sauce. Hearty and delicious, this Filipino beef stew is always a family favorite.
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Ingredients
- ¼ cup neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 2 potato medium, peeled and quartered
- 1 carrot large, peeled and cut into cubes
- ½ green bell pepper seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes
- ½ red bell pepper seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 2-inch cubes
- 1 onion peeled and chopped
- 4 cloves garlic peeled and minced
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 can crushed tomatoes about 15 ounces
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 cups water
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add potatoes and carrots and cook, turning once or twice until lightly browned. Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
- Remove oil from the pan except for about 2 tablespoons. Add bell peppers and cook for about 30 to 45 seconds. Remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
- Increase heat to medium-high heat. Add beef and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes. Turn and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from heat and keep warm.
- Add another tablespoon of oil if needed. Add onions and garlic and cook, stirring regularly until softened.
- Add beef.
- Add fish sauce and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add crushed tomatoes, water, and tomato paste. Stir until well distributed and bring to a boil.
- Lower heat, cover, and cook for about 1 ½ to 2 hours or until beef is tender. Add more water in ½ cup increments as needed if the sauce is drying out before the meat is tender.
- Add potatoes and carrots and continue to cook for about 4 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender and the sauce is slightly thickened and reduced as desired.
- Add bell peppers and cook for about 1 minute or until tender yet crisp.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
- Cut the ingredients in uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Pat the beef dry with paper towels, as the excess moisture will create steam and keep the meat from developing a caramelized crust.
- Sear the beef properly. Brown on medium-high heat, and do not overcrowd the pan. Be patient and give the meat time to sear before turning.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
570kcal
(29%)
Carbohydrates
28g
(9%)
Protein
49g
(98%)
Fat
30g
(46%)
Saturated Fat
11g
(55%)
Cholesterol
156mg
(52%)
Sodium
726mg
(30%)
Potassium
1718mg
(37%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
3360IU
(67%)
Vitamin C
58.1mg
(65%)
Calcium
132mg
(13%)
Iron
10mg
(56%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 570 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 570kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 49g | 98% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 156mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 726mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 1718mg | 37% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 3360IU | 67% |
| Vitamin C | 58.1mg | 65% |
| Calcium | 132mg | 13% |
| Iron | 10mg | 56% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
46 reviews
Excellent
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