Try this Simple BEEF Mechado

Absolutely! 🥩🍲 Beef Mechado is a classic Filipino braised beef dish, rich, savory, and tender, usually cooked with a soy-vinegar-tomato base. Here’s a simple and flavorful version you can make at home:


Simple Beef Mechado

Ingredients (Serves 4–6):

  • 1 kg (2.2 lbs) beef chuck or brisket, cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 3 tbsp cooking oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp vinegar
  • 2 cups beef broth or water
  • 2–3 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Optional: 2 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • Optional: 1 red bell pepper, sliced

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