Kare-Kare

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Sestavine

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Korak za korakom

1. 1

   In a large pot, combine the oxtail, water, and quartered yellow onion.

   Kuharjeva opomba: Ensure the water fully covers the oxtail. Add more if needed.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the oxtail is very tender.

   Približno 3 h

   Kuharjeva opomba: Skim off any foam that rises to the surface during the first hour of simmering.

3. 3

   While the oxtail simmers, prepare the annatto oil. Heat the vegetable oil in a small saucepan over low heat.

   Približno 5 min

4. 4

   Add the annatto seeds and cook gently for 5 minutes, or until the oil turns a deep orange-red color.

   Približno 5 min

   Kuharjeva opomba: Do not overheat the oil, as the seeds can burn quickly.

5. 5

   Strain the annatto seeds from the oil and set the colored oil aside. Discard the seeds.

   Približno 2 min

6. 6

   Once the oxtail is tender, remove it from the pot and set aside. Strain the broth and reserve it, discarding the onion.

   Približno 5 min

7. 7

   In the same large pot, heat a small amount of the annatto oil over medium heat.

   Približno 1 min

8. 8

   Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

   Približno 1 min

   Kuharjeva opomba: Be careful not to burn the garlic.

9. 9

   Stir in the peanut butter until well combined with the garlic and oil.

   Približno 2 min

   Kuharjeva opomba: Use a whisk to break up any lumps.

10. 10

    Gradually whisk in the reserved oxtail broth until the sauce is smooth and lump-free.

    Približno 5 min

    Kuharjeva opomba: Add the broth slowly to ensure a smooth consistency.

11. 11

    In a small bowl, dissolve the rice flour in a little water to create a slurry. Stir this into the peanut sauce.

    Približno 2 min

    Kuharjeva opomba: The rice flour will help thicken the sauce.

12. 12

    Return the cooked oxtail to the pot with the peanut sauce.

    Približno 1 min

13. 13

    Add the sliced eggplant and long beans to the pot. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

    Približno 7 min

    Kuharjeva opomba: Avoid overcooking the vegetables to maintain their texture.

14. 14

    Stir in the bok choy leaves and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until just wilted.

    Približno 3 min

15. 15

    Season the Kare-Kare with salt and black pepper to taste.

    Približno 1 min

    Kuharjeva opomba: Adjust seasoning as needed, keeping in mind the bagoong will add saltiness when served.

16. 16

    Serve hot, drizzled with more annatto oil if desired, and with bagoong on the side for dipping.

    Kuharjeva opomba: Steamed white rice is the perfect accompaniment.