Mechado
Mechado is a traditional Filipino dish that consists of beef chunks braised in a flavorful tomato-based sauce with onions, garlic, and other seasonings. It's a delicious and comforting dish that is often served with rice.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef chuck cut into chunks
- 1 onion sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 can crushed tomatoes 14 oz
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil
- Potatoes and carrots (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add the beef chunks and brown on all sides.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours or until the beef is tender.
- If using potatoes and carrots, add them to the pot about 30 minutes before the Mechado is done cooking.
- Adjust the seasoning if needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
- Serve hot over steamed rice and enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 271kcal (14%)Carbohydrates: 13g (4%)Protein: 26g (52%)Fat: 14g (22%)Saturated Fat: 6g (38%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 78mg (26%)Sodium: 956mg (42%)Potassium: 844mg (24%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 1.169IUVitamin C: 51mg (62%)Calcium: 74mg (7%)Iron: 4mg (22%)
