Filipino Beef Giniling Recipe
Filipino Beef Giniling Recipe combines ground beef, carrots, potatoes, bell peppers, and a savory soy-tomato sauce for a hearty, flavorful meal.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 2 medium carrots diced into small pieces
- 3 medium potatoes diced into small pieces
- 1 large red bell pepper diced
- 1 large green bell pepper diced
- 1 cup water
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Dice the potatoes and carrots into small, uniform pieces to ensure even cooking. Place them in a bowl of water and set aside to prevent browning and to help soften them slightly.
Brown the Ground Beef
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over high heat until it is no longer pink, approximately 7 minutes. Drain excess oil, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the skillet for sautéing.
Sauté Aromatics
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is lightly golden.
Add Potatoes and Carrots
- Drain the potatoes and carrots, discarding the water, and add them to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute, allowing them to absorb the flavors of the sautéed aromatics and beef.
Incorporate Bell Peppers
- Stir in the diced red and green bell peppers, mixing thoroughly to combine them with the other ingredients.
Add Seasonings and Sauce
- Pour in the soy sauce and tomato sauce, then sprinkle with salt and ground black pepper. Stir to ensure the beef and vegetables are evenly coated in the sauce.
Simmer Until Tender
- Reduce the heat to medium, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the mixture simmer for approximately 15 minutes. Stir every 5 minutes to prevent sticking. The potatoes and carrots should be tender, and the sauce should thicken slightly as it cooks.
Serve
- Remove the skillet from heat and serve the giniling hot over steamed rice. Alternatively, it can be enjoyed as a standalone dish for a lighter meal.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free:
- Replace soy sauce with gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos.
- Verify that the tomato sauce does not contain any gluten additives, as some brands may include flour or other thickeners.