Beef Nilaga
A cozy and flavorful Filipino beef soup made easy with a slow cooker. Enjoy tender beef and vegetables in a clear broth without the hassle of constant stirring.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef shank with bone Essential for flavor and richness.
- 4 medium potatoes Cut into chunks.
- 2 medium carrots Cut into chunks.
- 2 cobs corn Cut into smaller pieces.
- 1 small cabbage Cut into quarters or wedges.
- 2 medium onions Quartered.
- 1 tbsp whole peppercorns For seasoning.
- 3 tbsp fish sauce For umami flavor.
- optional green beans or pechay Use leftovers as desired.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a slow cooker, place the beef shank and cover it with cold water.
- Add potatoes, carrots, corn, onions, and peppercorns.
- Pour in the fish sauce and stir gently.
Cooking
- Set the slow cooker to low for 8 hours.
- Check the broth for clarity after a few hours and skim off any foam.
- Add cabbage and other optional greens in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Notes
Serve with a side of rice, and feel free to dip vegetables in fish sauce with chili for added flavor. You can substitute other cuts of beef if necessary, but bone-in cuts will yield the best results.