Low Sodium Beef Nilaga
Enjoy a heartwarming bowl of Low Sodium Beef Nilaga, a Filipino comfort food classic reimagined with your health in mind! This flavorful one-pot stew features tender beef chuck simmered to perfection alongside vibrant vegetables like potatoes, carrots, cabbage, and green beans. Infused with aromatic bay leaves, peppercorns, and a touch of low sodium fish sauce, this dish delivers all the savory goodness of traditional nilaga while keeping the salt content in check. With its slow-cooked broth and naturally sweet flavors from corn and fresh veggies, this hearty meal is perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings. Serve it piping hot and garnish with a sprinkle of parsley for an added burst of color.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds beef chuck, cut into cubes
- 8 cups water
- 1 large onion, quartered
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 2 pieces bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons low sodium fish sauce
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1 large carrot, sliced into thick rounds
- 1 small cabbage, quartered
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- 2 ears corn, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a large pot, combine the beef, water, onion, peppercorns, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 1.5 hours or until the beef is tender. Skim off any scum that rises to the surface.
Step 2
Add the low sodium fish sauce, potatoes, and carrot to the pot. Continue to simmer for another 15 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are just beginning to soften.
Step 3
Add the corn pieces and green beans to the pot and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
Step 4
Finally, add the cabbage and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender but still crisp.
Step 5
Adjust seasoning, if desired, but avoid adding more salt. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley, if using.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (4397.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2748.5 |
| Total Fat 144.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 55.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 476.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1269.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 236.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 39.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 52.7g | |
| Protein 153.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 523.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6313.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories