Beef Caldereta

Ingredients

• •2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
• •3 tbsp vegetable oil
• •1 onion, chopped
• •5 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 cup carrots, sliced
• •1 cup green peas
• •2 cups beef broth
• •1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• •3 tbsp soy sauce
• •2 bay leaves
• •1-2 green chilies, sliced
• •Salt and pepper to taste
• •Rice, for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until aromatic and the onion is translucent.

3. 3

   Increase the heat to medium-high, then add the beef cubes. Brown the beef on all sides.

4. 4

   Pour in the beef broth, tomato sauce, and soy sauce. Mix well and add bay leaves, green chilies, salt, and pepper.

5. 5

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Add the carrots and green peas. Stir to combine and continue to simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked.

7. 7

   Remove the bay leaves and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot over rice.