Caldereta

Caldereta is a popular dish in the Philippines, especially on Luzon Island. The common ingredients are goat shoulders with tomato paste and liver spread.

Caldereta is originally a goat stew made with tomato sauce, potatoes, spices, liver spread, olives, bell peppers and hot peppers. It was originally adapted from the Spanish during their 300 year occupation of the Philippines.

Caldereta is a favorite Filipino meal served during parties, festivities and other special occasions in the Philippines. It is a Spanish influenced dish that became to be Filipinos' favorite and made their own versions. Originally, the main ingredients of this dish include goat meat, tomato sauce, liver, pepper and cheese.

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Variations of this dish are with beef, chicken and or pork. Beef Caldereta is a common dish in the Philippines made with stewing cuts of beef simmered until tender. Vegetables are added to dish for splash of color and additional flavor.  Another variation is with chicken or pork because of the price and availability. You can also find Calderata flavored mix in the superamarket for an easier way of preparing the dish. It is served hot and as a main dish served with rice.

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Source: en.wikipedia.org

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