Savory Beef Pares Explosion
Experience the rich, flavorful essence of Filipino beef pares, a tender beef stew simmered with aromatic spices, soy sauce, and star anise. This hearty dish combines melt-in-your-mouth beef with a savory broth, perfect for serving over steaming rice. Top it with a sprinkle of green onions for an irresistible garnish. A comforting choice for family dinners or special occasions!
ingredients
- 2 lbs beef shank or brisket, cut into cubes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 star anise
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 medium potato, cut into cubes
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Steamed rice (for serving)
steps
- 1.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2.
Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- 3.
Add the beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides.
- 4.
Stir in the soy sauce, fish sauce, ground black pepper, and brown sugar, mixing well.
- 5.
Pour in the beef broth and add the star anise. Bring to a boil.
- 6.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours or until the beef is tender.
- 7.
Add the potato cubes and continue cooking until the potatoes are soft, about 15-20 minutes.
- 8.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then remove the star anise.
- 9.
Serve hot over steamed rice and garnish with chopped green onions.
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