Kare-Kare (Philippines)

An authentic recipe for Filipino Kare-Kare, featuring tender meat simmered in a rich peanut sauce and paired with traditional vegetables.

Level Medium Prep 30 min Cook 120 min Servings 6 Score 4.9/10

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150 min

Makes 6 servings

Prep 30m

Cook 120m

Level Medium

About this recipe

An authentic recipe for Filipino Kare-Kare, featuring tender meat simmered in a rich peanut sauce and paired with traditional vegetables.

A premier Filipino oxtail stew enveloped in a savory peanut sauce and loaded with wholesome vegetables.

In a large pot, boil oxtail in water until tender, skimming off any scum that rises to the surface.
90 min
Sauté garlic and onions in a separate pan, then add the tender oxtail meat.
Strain the annatto water into the pot to give the stew its characteristic yellow-orange color.
Stir in the peanut butter and ground toasted rice until well blended, simmering until the sauce thickens.
Add the prepared vegetables (eggplant, banana blossom, string beans, and pechay) and simmer until cooked through.
10 min
Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot with a side of sautéed bagoong (shrimp paste).

Calories 540

Protein 28g

Carbs 22g

Fat 40g

Fiber 5g

Sugar 4g

Sodium 650mg

Serving Size 1 serving

Prep 30 min

Cook 120 min

Total 150 min

Overall 9.2 /10

Expert 4.9 95% conf.

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

An iconic, deeply comforting Filipino classic featuring a velvety peanut sauce and tender meat.

A premier Filipino oxtail stew enveloped in a savory peanut sauce and loaded with wholesome vegetables.

Summary

An authentic recipe for Filipino Kare-Kare, featuring tender meat simmered in a rich peanut sauce and paired with traditional vegetables.

Toast the ground rice carefully to prevent burning while providing a deep, nutty thickening agent
Always serve with bagoong alamang to balance the creamy sweetness of the peanut sauce
Ensure the oxtail is completely tender before adding the sauce components