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    Filipino Beef Giniling

    Aug 16, 2022 · 4 Comments

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    This colorful Filipino Beef Giniling recipe is hearty, delicious and easy to prepare. A perfect comfort food, pair this dish with rice for a filling meal that will satisfy your hunger. It's versatile and great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

    filipino beef giniling served with rice
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    • What does Giniling mean exactly?
    • Why You'll love this recipe
    • Ingredients Needed
    • Step-by-step Instructions
    • Cooking Tips
    • Storage
    • Recipe FAQ'S
    • Beef Recipes to try
    • Recipe

    What does Giniling mean exactly?

    Giniling is a word in Tagalog meaning ground meat. A favorite dish of the Philippines, Beef Giniling will be found at street vendors, restaurants, and at home. It is usually made with ground Beef, Pork, or Chicken. For a healthier option you can also use veggie meat grounds.

    This exciting dish includes diced potatoes, carrots, bell peppers, peas and raisins simmered in tomato sauce. Add in your spices, soy sauce, and a little water and you have yourself an incredibly flavorful dish packed with proteins and vitamins. Your dinner awaits.

    filipino beef giniling

    Why You'll love this recipe

    • quick and easy to make under 30 minutes.
    • easy to customize by adding your favourite veggies.
    • budget friendly perfect for the whole family.
    • perfect for meal prep ideas served with rice.

    Ingredients Needed

    ingredients needed for filipino beef giniling
    • beef: I am using medium ground beef.
    • veggies: potato, carrots, bell pepper, onion and garlic.
    • add ons: green peas and raisins.
    • sauce: tomato sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce for umami.

    Step-by-step Instructions

    In over medium heat wok, add oil. Sautè onion for 2 minutes or until translucent. Add garlic and sautè for another 1-2 minutes. Add ground beef and stir.

    Toss carrots and potatoes. Stir in tomato sauce, water, soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce and bay leaves then mix until evenly distributed.

    Add bell peppers, raisins and green peas.

    Serve with rice and enjoy!

    Cooking Tips

    • Drain and remove excess fat after browning the beef to achieve a leaner dish.
    • Do not overcooked veggies.
    • Season gradually and taste as you go to ensure a well-balanced flavor.

    Storage

    To store, let beef giniling cool down to room temperature. Transfer into and airtight container and store in the fridge for 3-4 days.

    You can also freeze for longer storage. Place into airtight container or freezer-safe bag and can be stored into freezer for up to 1 month. When ready to use, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight and reheat it on the stovetop or microwave until hot.

    Recipe FAQ'S

    Can I use other types of meat instead of beef?

    Yes, you can substitute ground pork for (Pork Giniling), chicken (Chicken Giniling), or turkey for beef in this recipe.

    Can I make Beef Giniling recipe in advance?

    Absolutely! Once cooked, let it cool first in room tempareture. Transfer into airtight container or freezer-safe bag and can be stored into freezer for up to 1 month. When ready to use, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight and reheat it on the stovetop or microwave until hot.

    What to serve with this recipe?

    They are typically served with steamed rice, but you can also served them with mashed potatoes. Garnish with scallions for a delicious meal.

    Looking for Filipino recipes?

    • filipino beef curry
    • coconut milk chicken adobo
    • filipino spaghetti
    • chicken adobo tacos
    • filipino style lasagna

    Beef Recipes to try

    • ground beef no tomato sauce in a pan
      Ground Beef Pasta Recipe (No Tomato Sauce)
    • beef with mushroom gravy topped with crispy garlic
      Garlic Pepper Beef Jollibee Copycat

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    Recipe

    filipino beef giniling

    Filipino Beef Giniling

    Kristel Baclaan
    This beautiful Filipino Beef Giniling is hearty, delicious and easy to prepare. A perfect comfort food, pair this dish with rice for a filling meal that will satisfy your hunger. It's versatile and great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine filipino
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 574.8 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1½ lb ground beef
    • 1 large onion chopped
    • 5 cloves garlic minced
    • 3 pieces bay leaves
    • 1 medium potato cubed
    • 1 large carrots peeled and cubed
    • 1 medium red bell peppers seeded and chopped
    • ¼ cup raisins
    • ¼ cup green peas
    • ½ cup water more if needed
    • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
    • 1 cup tomato sauce
    • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
    • 1 tsp oyster sauce
    • 1 tablespoon sugar
    • salt & black pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • In over medium heat pan, add oil. Sauté onion for 2 minutes or until translucent. Add garlic and sautè for 1-2 minutes. Add ground beef.
    • Mix ground beef with onion and garlic. Stir for 5 minutes or until browned.
    • Add carrots and potatoes.
    • Stir in ½ cup of water, tomato sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Add bayleaves. Simmer for another 3 minutes until vegetables are tender.
    • Add in bell peppers.
    • Add raisins and mix.
    • Add green peas and stir for another 2 minutes. Add water as needed to make sure sauce does not dry out. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    • Serve with rice and enjoy!

    Notes

    Tips
    • Drain and remove excess fat after browning the beef to achieve a leaner dish.
    • Do not overcooked veggies.
    • Season gradually and taste as you go to ensure a well-balanced flavor.
     
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    Comments

    1. Kris says

      May 14, 2023 at 3:04 pm

      5 stars
      It’s sooo good!

      Reply
      • Mae Serves You Food says

        May 14, 2023 at 5:28 pm

        Hi Kris, glad you liked them!

        Reply
    2. May says

      May 14, 2023 at 5:09 pm

      5 stars
      It was delicious! Thank you for the recipe.

      Reply
      • Mae Serves You Food says

        May 14, 2023 at 5:29 pm

        Hi May, thank you! I'm glad you liked them.

        Reply

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