This Tender Braised Beef Pares Recipe is a favorite Filipino dish containing savory, slow-braised beef, served with garlic fried rice and a warm, aromatic broth. The thick, fragrant sauce accentuates the crispy, garlicky rice for a cozy and filling dinner.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Tender, flavorful beef braises slowly until melt-in-your-mouth softness.
- Perfectly balanced sweet and savory sauce: soy sauce, brown sugar, five-spice, a thick, aromatic sauce.
- The complete meal was presented beside a warm, clear soup and garlic fried rice.
- Real comfort food from the Philippines, a much-loved meal bursting with rich tastes and warmth.
Foods
Regarding Beef:
- Perfect cuts for a rich, tender braise are beef brisket or Shank (cut into cubes).
- Water: Used for first boiling to purge contaminants.
- Oil: For the aromas’ sautéing.
- Chopped onion gives the food complexity and a sweet taste.
- Essential for great, aromatic taste, garlic (minced)
- Sliced, thumb-sized ginger adds warmth and a faint spice.
- Forms the flavorful umami basis from soy sauce.
- Brown sugar balances the salt with a little sweetener.
- Oyster Sauce adds richness to the sauce.
- Five-spice powder is a fragrant mixture of warm spices.
- Star Anise gently sweetens the beef with a licorice-like taste.
- Black pepper for a moderate heat and flavor.
- Deepens the taste of the braise in beef broth.
- Cornstarch slurry (one tablespoon mixed with two tablespoons of water) is great for thickening the sauce.
- Chopped green onions for a garnish bring freshness and color.
Regarding the Garlic Fried Rice:
- Cooked Rice: Crispy texture best obtained from day-old rice.
- Oil: For rice and garlic fried in.
- Garlic (minced) – Toasted to golden excellence for more crunch.
- Salt – improves taste.
For the clear soup:
- Rich and delicious is beef broth, reserved from braising.
- Fish Sauce improves umami depth.
- Chopped green onions are a great fresh garnish.
- Black pepper gives a modest kick.
👉 The complete ingredient list with measurements is in the recipe card below!
How to Prepare Beef Pares?
First step: sear the beef.
Pour four cups of water into a pot and boil them. To clear impurities, add beef cubes and simmer for ten minutes. Fully drain and rinse the beef.
Second step: sauté aromas
Heat oil over medium in a big pot. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant and mellow.
Third: Braise the Beef
Add the beef, soy sauce, brown sugar, oyster sauce, five-spice powder, star anise, and black pepper. To coat the meat in the seasonings, swirl thoroughly. Pour in beef broth; cover; simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the meat is fork-tender.
Fourth step: thicken the sauce.
Mix in the cornstarch slurry once the beef is soft, then let it simmer for five minutes until the sauce thickens. Set aside.
Fifth step: get ready the Garlic Fried Rice.
Over medium heat, pan the oil. Minced garlic sautéed till crispy and golden brown. Add salt and cooked rice and mix well. Stir-fry for three to five minutes until heated through and justly crisp. Save for.
Step Six: Prepare the Soup
Heat the reserved beef broth in a small pot. Drizzle with fish sauce, black pepper, and green onions. Simmer it for five minutes.
Step 7: Present and Savor
Plate the beef pares with transparent soup and garlicky fried rice. Add chopped green onions to a garnish and savor this savory Filipino cuisine.
Suggestions for Creating the Recipe
- Slow-braising beef Shank or Brisket makes these cuts incredibly tender.
- Add one extra teaspoon of cornstarch slurry for a thinner sauce.
- Fried rice made with Day-Old Rice has an ideal texture and helps to avoid soggy, sticky rice.
- Please don’t skip the Star Anise: Getting the real pares flavor is crucial.
Method of Serving
- Using chili vinegar gives a sour, fiery kick.
- A side of pickled vegetables balances the beef’s richness.
- Top with extra fried garlic for a strong taste and extra crunch.
- With a soft-boiled egg, the dinner becomes much more heartier.
Make Ahead and Organization for Storage
Respecting Leftovers
Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to three days.
Freezing
Freeze in a sealed container for two months at most. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight; then reheat.
Heating again
Alternatively, microwave in 30-second intervals or reheat in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed.
Looking for a hearty side dish to go with beef pares? A bowl of Baked Beans with Ground Beef makes an excellent addition, bringing extra protein and richness to your meal.
Questions and Answers
For this dish, may I use a slow cooker?
Yes. Cook for tender meat low for six to eight hours or high for three to four hours.
I could utilize what other beef cuts?
Oxtail, short ribs, or Chuck roast go great for this meal.
Can I turn this hot?
Indeed! Toss red chili flakes or present them alongside spicy vinegar for a kick.
Can I make garlicky fried rice from fresh rice?
Yes, but for greater texture, spread it out and let it chill before frying.
Conclusion
The best Filipino comfort food is this Beef Pares recipe, which offers fragrant garlic fried rice, tender, flavorful beef, and a consoling soup. This meal will be lunch, dinner, or a special event. Thank you! 🍚🥩
Beef Pares
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Frying Pan
Ingredients
For the Beef
- 2 lbs beef brisket or shank cut into cubes
- 4 cups water for boiling
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 thumb-sized ginger sliced
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp five-spice powder
- 2 star anise
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water for thickening
- 2 tbsp green onions chopped, for garnish
For the Garlic Fried Rice
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 2 tbsp oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Clear Soup
- 4 cups beef broth reserved from braising
- 1 tsp fish sauce
- 1 stalk green onions chopped
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add beef cubes and boil for 10 minutes to remove impurities. Drain and rinse the beef.
- Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
- Add the beef, soy sauce, brown sugar, oyster sauce, five-spice powder, star anise, and black pepper. Stir well.
- Pour in beef broth, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.
- Once beef is tender, mix in the cornstarch slurry and simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a pan, sauté minced garlic until golden brown. Add cooked rice and salt, stir-frying until well combined. Set aside.
- In a small pot, heat the reserved beef broth. Season with fish sauce, black pepper, and green onions.
- Plate the beef pares with garlic fried rice and a side of soup. Garnish with chopped green onions and enjoy!