Crock Pot Beef Caldereta

This Crock Pot Beef Caldereta is a hearty and flavorful Filipino stew, which uses beef stew meat and peanut butter for rich, savory flavor. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, slow-cooked for about 8 hours and 20 minutes.

Crock Pot Beef Caldereta Ingredients

• 2.5 lbs beef stew meat
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp canola oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1 cup beef broth
• 14.5 oz diced tomatoes (canned)
• 1 lb red potatoes, diced into 1-inch pieces
• 2 large carrots, peeled, halved lengthwise, and sliced into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• ½ cup peanut butter
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 cup frozen peas

How To Make Crock Pot Beef Caldereta

1. Coat the beef: Place beef, cornstarch, salt, and pepper in a large zip-top bag. Seal and shake until beef is coated evenly.
2. Brown the meat: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with oil. Brown beef in batches and transfer to slow cooker.
3. Sauté onions and garlic: Cook onions in the same skillet, scraping browned bits. Add garlic, then pour in beef broth and scrape to deglaze. Transfer to slow cooker.
4. Add remaining ingredients: Stir in diced tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, fish sauce, and tomato paste. Add bay leaves on top.
5. Slow cook until tender: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours until beef is fork-tender.
6. Add finishing ingredients: Stir in peanut butter, bell pepper, and peas during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
7. Taste and serve: Adjust seasoning and serve hot with rice or bread.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use a different nut butter?
  Yes, cashew or almond butter can be used but will slightly change the flavor.
• How to make it less rich:
  Reduce peanut butter to ¼ cup or replace half with mashed potatoes for a lighter sauce.
• Can I make it spicier?
  Add chili flakes or a diced chili pepper when adding bell peppers.
• Do I need to brown the beef first?
  Browning adds flavor but can be skipped for convenience.

What To Serve With Beef Caldereta

Beef Caldereta pairs perfectly with:

• Steamed white rice
• Garlic fried rice
• Crusty bread or pandesal rolls
• A side of pickled vegetables (atchara)

How To Store Beef Caldereta

Refrigerate: Store cooled stew in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Freeze portions in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.

Beef Caldereta Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 425
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 39g
• Fat: 19g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Sodium: 514mg
• Fiber: 4g
• Vitamin A: 3425IU
• Vitamin C: 35mg
• Iron: 4mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I make this in an Instant Pot?
Yes, pressure cook on high for 35 minutes with natural release for tender beef.

Can I substitute chicken for beef?
Yes, chicken thighs work well but reduce cooking time to 4–5 hours on low.

Why add peanut butter to Caldereta?
It gives the stew its signature creamy, nutty flavor and balances the tomato base.

Can I prepare this a day ahead?
Absolutely—Caldereta tastes even better after sitting overnight in the fridge.

Try More Recipes:

• Crock Pot Beef Brisket With Vegetables
• Crock Pot Beef Brisket Stew
• Crock Pot Beef Brisket Chili