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!
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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.
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
- 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
Yes, you can substitute ground pork for (Pork Giniling), chicken (Chicken Giniling), or turkey for beef in this recipe.
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.
They are typically served with steamed rice, but you can also served them with mashed potatoes. Garnish with scallions for a delicious meal.
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Filipino Beef Giniling
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
- 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.
Kris says
It’s sooo good!
Mae Serves You Food says
Hi Kris, glad you liked them!
May says
It was delicious! Thank you for the recipe.
Mae Serves You Food says
Hi May, thank you! I'm glad you liked them.