Filipino Beef Adobo With Coconut Milk Recipe

Name: Filipino Beef Adobo With Coconut Milk
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs stewing beef chuck, cubed; 3/4 cup white vinegar; 1 head garlic, peeled and crushed; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 4 bay leaves; 1 1/2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns; 1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon sugar; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon salt or 1 tablespoon patis; 1 (12 ounce) can coconut milk

Servings: persons

3 lbs stewing beef chuck, cubed
3/4 cup white vinegar
1 head garlic, peeled and crushed
1/2 cup soy sauce
4 bay leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon sugar
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon salt or 1 tablespoon patis
1 (12 ounce) can coconut milk

1
In a large pot combine the first 8 ingredients: beef, vinegar, garlic, soy sauce, bay leaves, peppercorns, ground pepper and sugar.
2
Let stand for 2 hours (traditional method is room temperature, I put in in the refrigerator).
3
Bring mixture to a boil then simmer about an hour or until the meat is tender.
4
Heat oil in a large skillet. Use a slotted spoon to spoon out garlic from beef mixture. Add garlic to skillet and cook until brown. Use slotted spoon to add the beef to the skillet with garlic and continue to cook, stirring, until it is browned on all sides.
5
Add salt or patis to taste and the coconut milk. Add the sauce from the pot that the beef simmered inches Cook for 5 more minutes.
6
Good served with rice.

1338

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

104

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs stewing beef chuck, cubed, 3/4 cup white vinegar, 1 head garlic, peeled and crushed, 1/2 cup soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Filipino Beef Adobo With Coconut Milk falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Filipino Beef Adobo With Coconut Milk

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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