DELICIOUS BEEF BULALO

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through making a delicious Beef Bulalo, a hearty Filipino soup made from tender beef shanks and bone marrow. The slow-simmered meat, combined with fresh vegetables and sweet corn, creates a flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Follow these steps to achieve the best results.

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

Gather all the necessary ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.

• 1 kg meaty beef bone marrow
• 500 grams beef brisket or shank
• 8-10 cups water
• 1 tablespoon peppercorns
• ¼ cup fish sauce
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 3 medium potatoes (peeled and quartered)
• 2 ears of sweet corn (cut into halves)
• 1 small cabbage (cut into wedges)
• 2 stalks onion leeks (white and green parts separated)
• Salt (to taste)

Step 2: Cook the Beef

Start by cooking the beef to develop a rich flavor.

1. In a large pot, add the beef bone marrow and brisket/shank.
2. Pour in 8-10 cups of water, ensuring the meat is fully submerged.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of peppercorns and bring the mixture to a boil.
4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot.
5. Cook for about 2-3 hours or until the meat is tender and falls off the bone. Skim off any impurities that rise to the surface.

Step 3: Add Flavor and Vegetables

Enhance the soup's flavor by adding aromatics and vegetables.

1. After the meat has become tender, add ¼ cup of fish sauce and the chopped onion.
2. Stir well and let it simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
3. Add the quartered potatoes and sweet corn halves to the pot.
4. Continue to simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 4: Incorporate the Greens

Finish the soup by adding the green vegetables for freshness.

1. Add the cabbage wedges and the white parts of the onion leeks to the pot.
2. Cook for another 5-10 minutes until the cabbage is tender.
3. Season with salt to taste and stir in the green parts of the onion leeks just before serving.

Conclusion

You’ve now made a delicious Beef Bulalo, perfect for sharing with family and friends. The key to this dish is the slow cooking process, which results in tender meat and a flavorful broth. Serve it hot with rice for a complete meal. Enjoy your culinary creation!