How To Cook Nilagang Baka | Beef Nilaga Recipe

beef shank

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: beef chuck

Lean beef reduces fat content while chuck is more economical.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a vegetarian alternative while salt is more accessible.

Place beef shank in a large pot and cover with water.

Bring to a boil over high heat, skimming off any foam that forms.

Reduce heat to medium and add onions, garlic, and black peppercorns.

Simmer for 1-2 hours until beef is tender.

Add potatoes and corn, cooking until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Stir in green beans and cabbage, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes.

Season with fish sauce and salt to taste.

Garnish with chopped scallions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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