Giniling, or ground meat in Filipino, is a tangy stew made with ground pork, beef, or chicken in a flavorful tomato-based sauce simmered with vegetables.

What can I use instead of the habanero?

Traditionally, a red bell pepper or even a green bell pepper is used for added spice. Habaneros are our go-to spice because we like our food spicy! Customize this recipe to your liking; for example, bell peppers are a great medium option that will taste great in the stew for something milder!

How long does Filipino beef giniling last?

For the best flavor, keep Filipino beef giniling in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Do you have any time-saving tricks?

Yes, I do have a couple with this dish. Because there are so many vegetables and herbs in this dish, I usually buy my garlic cloves peeled.

Authentic Filipino Beef Giniling Recipe [2022] (Hearty Stew)

Name: Authentic Filipino Beef Giniling Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 onion, peeled and chopped; 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced; 1 1/2 pounds ground beef; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 1 cup tomato sauce; 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup water or beef broth; 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed; 2 medium carrots, peeled and cubed; 2 tablespoons raisins; 1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed; 1/4 cup green olives, pitted; salt and pepper to taste

Description

Picadillo is a hearty Filipino ground beef stew in a rich tomato sauce with potatoes, carrots, and raisins. It’s simple to make and inexpensive, but it’s filling and delicious. Excellent with steamed rice!

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon canola oil
1 onion, peeled and chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup water or beef broth
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 medium carrots, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons raisins
1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed
1/4 cup green olives, pitted
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook until the onions and garlic are softened.
Cook, breaking ground beef into pieces with the back of a spoon, until lightly browned. Excess fat, if any, should be drained.
Cook for 1 to 2 minutes after adding the fish sauce.
Combine tomato sauce and crushed tomatoes in a mixing bowl.
Bring the water to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the beef is cooked through.
Add the potatoes, carrots, and raisins. Cover and continue to cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Mix in the green peas and olives.
Cook until the sauce has reduced and thickened. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Category: Beef
Method: Beef
Cuisine: Filipino

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings
Calories: 399kcal
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 575mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 80mg

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