Best 3 Beef Nilaga Recipes

Beef Nilaga is a classic Filipino beef stew that is both hearty and flavorful. It is typically made with beef chuck, potatoes, carrots, and cabbage, and is simmered in a rich broth until the beef is fall-apart tender. This dish is a favorite among Filipinos, and it is often served during special occasions such as Christmas and New Year's Eve. There are many different variations of beef nilaga, but the basic ingredients and cooking method remain the same. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making the best beef nilaga, as well as some tips and tricks for getting the most flavor out of your stew.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BEEF NILAGA

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This is another one-meal-in-a-pot dish. It contains soup, meat and vegetables all cooked together in one delicious broth. Terrific during cooler weather. Serve hot alone or with rice.

Provided by lola

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beef Soup Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 ½ pounds beef short ribs
1 quart water
1 tablespoon black peppercorns, crushed
2 onions, chopped
2 beef bouillon cubes
2 carrots, cut in chunks
2 stalks celery, quartered
1 chayote squash, peeled and quartered
2 potatoes, quartered
salt to taste
¼ head cabbage, cut into wedges

Steps:

Place the beef ribs in a large pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat, and boil for 5 minutes. Drain; discard the cooking water (the ribs will not be fully cooked).
Return the beef to the pot. Pour in the 1 quart water, peppercorns, onions, and beef bouillon. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat, and simmer for 1 hour.
Skim any fat floating on the surface. Stir in the carrots, celery, chayote, and potatoes; cover, and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Season with salt. Add cabbage and cook an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 983.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 167.9 mg, Fat 75.4 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 31.9 g, Sodium 490.8 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

NILAGA RECIPE - FILIPINO BEEF STEW WITH CLEAR BROTH RECIPE - (4/5)

Nilaga Recipe - Filipino Beef Stew with Clear Broth Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by á-5765

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2-3 lbs beef brisket, cubed or 3 large beef shanks
1-2 potatos, cubed
1 head of bok choy or pechay, trimmed and rinsed
1 large onion, chopped
15-20 string beans, trimmed and rinsed
2 medium sized carrots, chopped crosswise about 2 inches long
1 tbsp whole pepper corns
3 tbsp fish sauce (patis)
water to cover

Steps:

Rinse the beef well with cold water and scrape off any fat bits or residue. Place the beef in a large pot and cover with cold water (water level should be just above the bones). Bring to boil and lower the heat so that the liquid is just simmering. Be diligent in skimming the scum/dirt that rises to the top. Simmer the beef for about 1 hour. Bring to a boil and let it simmer down. Keep skimming the any scum that surfaces. Add in the peppercorns and onion, simmer for another 2 hours. Liquid will reduce to half. Stir in the fish sauce (patis) After a couple of minutes, take out your beef and place in a separate bowl, slightly covered with cling wrap so they won't dry out. Add in the cabbage and potatoes. Fully immerse them in the simmering broth. Cover the pot with the lid and simmer for 5 minutes . Stir in your string beans and cook for a minute or so. Put the lid back on the pot. Place your petchay (bok choy) on top of the nilaga, cover with lid and turn off the stove. Leave your pot on top of the stove to finish the dish. Once the dish is ready to serve, arrange your nilaga in a large serving bowl. Serve with dipping sauces: patis (fish sauce) and calamansi (key lime) dipping sauce. Be careful not to over season as the patis (fish sauce) is quite salty. If you have a pressure cooker you can reduce the cooking time substantially.

BEEF NILAGA

Beef Nilaga image

Filipino beef soup.

Provided by detraehi

Time 2h10m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

500g Beef brisket. Diced.
1 bone marrow. (Optional)
2 litres water.
1 Knorr Beef stock cube.
1 Large onion. Quartered.
1 tsp Whole peppercorns.
2 tbsp Fish sauce
1 Cabbage. Cut into wedges.
2 Leeks. Cut into large slices.
200g Trimmed green beans.
Salt to taste.

Steps:

Fill a large pot with water and add the beef and bone marrow if using. Over a medium heat. Bring to the boil. Skimming the scum that floats to the top untill the broth is clear.
Add the stock cube, onion, peppercorns and fish sauce. Lower the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 1 to 1 and a half hours. Or until the the beef is tender. Keep an eye on the the water level. Add more if needed.
Once beef is tender, add the green beans. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
Add the leek and cabbage. Cook for a further 5 minutes until the vegetables are cooked. Season to taste.
Serve over a bowl of boiled rice.

Tips:

Choose the right cut of beef. Chuck roast, brisket, and short ribs are all good choices for nilaga.
Brown the beef before simmering it. This will help to develop flavor and color.
Use a variety of vegetables in your nilaga. Common vegetables include potatoes, carrots, onions, celery, and cabbage.
Season your nilaga to taste. Common seasonings include salt, pepper, garlic, and bay leaves.
Simmer your nilaga for at least 2 hours, or until the beef is fall-apart tender.
Serve your nilaga with rice or noodles.

Conclusion:

Nilaga is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a relatively easy soup to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your nilaga with a lot of vegetables or a lot of meat, there is a recipe out there that is perfect for you. So next time you are looking for a comforting and delicious soup, give nilaga a try. You won't be disappointed.