Spicy Kalderetang Kambing (Spicy Goat Stew)

Introduction

Well, if you want to make your next dish more interestingly hot try livening things up with Spicy Goat Kaldereta. This Filipino maintenance takes the unique flavors of Kaldereta to a higher phase by indicating an aggregate Argentina kick with succulent goat meat gradually stimulated in conjunction with a vivid tomato sauce channelize beyond spiced and hot peppers. The effect is a rich, savory stew that has just enough heat to tickle your tastebuds.

What is kaldereta ?

Kaldereta, the popular Filipino stew known for its rich and savory flavors that it offers from all ingredients used to cook this dish. Although there many kinds of kaldereta Recipe out their, the generic one is usually meat with beef-chicken-pork or goat and a tomato-based sauce which had been added with lots of spices and seasonings. Basic components that typically make up the dish include: potatoes, carrots, bell peppers (red or in this case green), peas and oftentimes olives with liver spread.

Spicy Kalderetang Kambing (Spicy Goat Stew)

Recipe by OrionAdvertisingLLC

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Ingredients

• 1 kg goat meat, cut into serving pieces

• 2 cups coconut milk

• 1 cup vinegar

• 1 cup tomato sauce

• 1/2 cup liver spread or liver pâté

• 1 cup carrots, diced

• 1 cup potatoes, diced

• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 6 cloves garlic, minced

• 3 bay leaves

• 4 tablespoons cooking oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1/4 cup grated cheese (optional)

• Knorr Beef Cubes

• Knorr Beef Cubes

Directions

• Prepare the Ingredients:
• Start by peeling and chopping the vegetables. Dice the potatoes and carrots into bite-sized pieces, chop the onions, mince the garlic, and slice the ginger. Set everything aside.
• Boil the Goat Meat:
• In a large pot, add the goat meat along with enough water to cover it. Season with salt and pepper.
• Bring to a boil and then lower the heat to simmer until the meat is partially tender, about 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
• Sauté the Aromatics:
• In a separate large pot, heat some oil over medium heat.
• Add the ginger, onions, and garlic. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent.
• Cook the Goat Meat:
• Add the boiled goat meat to the pot with the sautéed aromatics. Cook until the meat turns light brown.
• Pour in the tomato sauce, coconut milk, and liver spread. Stir well to combine.
• Simmer with Seasonings:
• Add the bay leaves and pepper. If necessary, add water to ensure there’s enough liquid for simmering.
• Cover the pot and simmer the stew for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the meat is tender.
• Add Vegetables:
• Once the meat is tender, add the diced carrots, potatoes, and chopped chili peppers. Stir well and cook until the vegetables are tender.
• Incorporate the Cheese:
• Add the grated cheese and stir until it’s melted and well incorporated into the stew.
• Serve:
• Serve the goat stew hot with steamed rice. Enjoy your Spicy Kalderetang Kambing!

Why Goat Meat?

Kaldereta: Goat meat (Kambing in Filipino) is the common choice of Caldereta because of its richness, musk and lean properties. It is not your usual Beef Kaldereta and that’s the beauty of it as you get a bit carbon copy taste from this gamey meat — goat. Furthermore, goat meat is generally leaner and less fatty than beef or pork — which means healthy substitute while keeping a satisfyingly rich flavor. Goat meat has to be included in Filipino celebration dishes, simply because it is so festive.

Cultural Significance of Kaldereta in Filipino Celebrations

This dish is so ingrained in Filipino culture that it’s associated with celebrations, fiestas and family reunions. A dish for when you celebrate or simply relax at home with your loved ones. Cooking Caldereta, red goat stew boasts a great Filipino tradition and legacy from our humble culinary origin! And it does come with the added bonus of good memories and bonding that many Filipino families want to celebrate.

Adapting the Recipe for Different Dietary Needs

SPICY GOAT CALDERETA can be easily adjusted to meet the dietary needs. To make this gluten-free option, just verify that all the sauces used are wheat or any other source of gluten-containing ingredients. For a dairy free version: leave out the cheese, or use Grated Cheese labelled as Dairy Free. You can make a plant-based version with tofu or tempeh (or those fake veggie meats), but it is not as flavorful and different from the original. The adaptability of Caldereta has given birth to its many variations that cater to a bigger and diverse yet refined palate.

Variations of Caldereta Across the Philippines

There are many versions of this stew and I believe the Spicy Goat Kaldereta is a popular one. They may choose to cook yours with beef or pork and others might offer chicken, along with a third party that means more of the ocean for me. The spiciness can also range from very mild to quite fiery. It also replaces potatoes and carrots with things like green peas or chickpeas in some regions. As well as the dish may be modified with coconut milk or even peanut butter depending on location to create an altogether different flavor profile.

FAQs About Spicy Goat Kaldereta

What does Spicy Goat Kaldereta taste like? It has it a full bodied savory flavor with just a touch of sweetness and heat from the spicinessSegue yet still packed so much savory flavorsome impact! The tomato served is a spiced up and well-seasoned sauce using the right mix of ingredients that complements with the natural flavor of goat meat as it slow-cooked to perfection. The stew is rich and complex in flavour with the goat meat lending a touch of gaminess that pairs incredibly well with the robustness and heat from the sauce.

Can I substitute goat meat with another type of meat? You can substitute the goat meat with any other type of meat, if you wish to or do so out of necessity. Can substitute with beef, pork or chicken. The Beef, Lamb, and Pork will each impart their own flavor as well characteristics to this ragu so go with whatever you like or what is in season. If you use a different meat, adjust the cooking time as necessary because other meats may require longer or shorter periods of cooking to get that tenderness we are after.