Kare Kare Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Kare Kare
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs oxtail (cut in 2 inch slices) you an also use tripe or beef slices; 1 small banana flower bud (sliced); 1 bundle of pechay or bok choy; 1 bundle of string beans (cut into 2 inch slices); 4 pcs eggplants (sliced); 1 cup ground peanuts; 1/2 cup peanut butter; 1/2 cup shrimp paste; 34 Ounces water (about 1 Liter); 1/2 cup annatto seeds (soaked in a cup of water); 1/2 cup toasted ground rice; 1 tbsp garlic, minced; 1 large onion, chopped; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

3 lbs oxtail (cut in 2 inch slices) you an also use tripe or beef slices
1 small banana flower bud (sliced)
1 bundle of pechay or bok choy
1 bundle of string beans (cut into 2 inch slices)
4 pcs eggplants (sliced)
1 cup ground peanuts
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup shrimp paste
34 Ounces water (about 1 Liter)
1/2 cup annatto seeds (soaked in a cup of water)
1/2 cup toasted ground rice
1 tbsp garlic, minced
1 large onion, chopped
salt and pepper

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1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil
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2. Put in the oxtail followed by the onions and simmer for 2.5 to 3 hrs or until tender (35 minutes if using a pressure cooker)
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3. Once the meat is tender, add the ground peanuts, peanut butter, and coloring (water from the annatto seed mixture) and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes
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4. Add the toasted ground rice and simmer for 5 minutes
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5. On a separate pan, saute the garlic then add the banana flower, eggplant, and string beans and cook for 5 minutes
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6. Transfer the cooked vegetables to the large pot (where the rest of the ingredients are)
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7. Add salt and pepper to taste
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8. Serve hot with shrimp paste. Enjoy!

1431

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

118

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs oxtail (cut in 2 inch slices) you an also use tripe or beef slices, 1 small banana flower bud (sliced), 1 bundle of pechay or bok choy, 1 bundle of string beans (cut into 2 inch slices), and more.

Yes, Kare Kare falls under the Seafood 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!

Kare Kare

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