Pro Tips
**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**
- Skim the scum that rises to the surface during the first boil for a clear, clean broth.
- Add salt or fish sauce only at the end of cooking so the broth does not become too salty as it reduces.
- Simmer soup gently rather than boiling vigorously to keep the broth clear.
- Add a bay leaf or two to beef stews for an earthy herbal note that complements the meat.
Cooking Tips
Skim off any scum or impurities that rise to the surface during the first boil — this keeps the broth clear and clean-tasting. For the richest flavor, start with cold water and bring to a gentle simmer rather than a rolling boil. This extracts more depth from the meat and bones. Batanguenos take their food seriously — use the freshest local ingredients you can find. The quality of each component shines through in Beef Bulalo.
Ingredient Substitutions
Beef alternatives: For stews, pork shoulder or oxtail provide similar richness. For steaks, try portobello mushrooms or cauliflower steaks for a vegetarian twist. Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.
Storage & Reheating
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious. This dish freezes exceptionally well — portion into freezer-safe containers and store for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. When reheating frozen portions, add a splash of water or broth to restore the original consistency, as some liquid is absorbed during storage. Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
Beef Bulalo
Beef Bulalo — tender beef prepared in traditional Filipino style with local seasonings. A hearty and satisfying main dish.
Instructions
- Boil water in a pressure cooker.
- Add onions and whole peppercorn. Cook for 3 minutes.
- Add beef shank. Let boil.
- Add Knorr pork cube. Stir. Cover the pressure cooker. Pressure cook for 40 to 45 minutes.
- Remove the cover once pressure is out. Add corn. Cook for 15 minutes.
- Put the green beans into the cooker and pour fish sauce. Stir. Continue to cook for 5 minutes.
- Arrange fresh Napa cabbage (pechay baguio) in a serving bowl. Transfer the contents of the pressure cooker in the same bowl. Serve hot with patis, calamansi, and siling labuyo.
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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting
- Skim the scum that rises to the surface during the first boil for a clear, clean broth.
- Add salt or fish sauce only at the end of cooking so the broth does not become too salty as it reduces.
- Simmer soup gently rather than boiling vigorously to keep the broth clear.
- Add a bay leaf or two to beef stews for an earthy herbal note that complements the meat.
Cooking Tips
For the richest flavor, start with cold water and bring to a gentle simmer rather than a rolling boil. This extracts more depth from the meat and bones.
Batanguenos take their food seriously — use the freshest local ingredients you can find. The quality of each component shines through in Beef Bulalo.
Substitutions
Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.
Storage & Reheating
This dish freezes exceptionally well — portion into freezer-safe containers and store for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
When reheating frozen portions, add a splash of water or broth to restore the original consistency, as some liquid is absorbed during storage.
Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
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