Pork Kaldereta Tipid Under ~₱180 for 4 (Tomato Sauce)
~₱180(estimated)3–4 servings1 hour
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Kaldereta-style stew using pork kasim, tomato sauce, and liver spread—bell pepper optional; sayote adds bulk when peppers are expensive.
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Ingredients
This Filipino recipe is built for budget meals—Pork Kaldereta Tipid Under ~₱180 for 4 (Tomato Sauce) delivers the kind of ulam satisfaction you want, without the big spend.
For under ₱180 cooking, this ingredient list is designed to be practical: you’ll know exactly what goes in, how much to use, and what to prioritize so your Pork Kaldereta Tipid Under ~₱180 for 4 (Tomato Sauce) tastes great every time.
Use these ingredients as your quick prep checklist, then follow the steps for a smooth cook—perfect for everyday Filipino home kitchens and meal planning for 3–4 servings.
Shopping list
- Pork kasim (cubes) – 350g
- Tomato sauce – 200g pouch
- Potato – 1 large
- Carrot – 1 pc
- Liver spread – small can (~85g)
- Sayote stub (instead of bell pepper)
- Salt – 1/2 tsp
- Garlic – 3 cloves (minced)
- Onion – 1/4 pc (sliced)
- Soy sauce (toyo) – 1 tsp
- Fish sauce (patis) – 1/2 tsp
Quick cost check
- Pork kasim (cubes) – 350g~ ₱ 105
- Tomato sauce – 200g pouch~ ₱ 10
- Potato – 1 large~ ₱ 18
- Carrot – 1 pc~ ₱ 14
- Liver spread – small can (~85g)~ ₱ 18
- Sayote stub (instead of bell pepper)~ ₱ 2
- Salt – 1/2 tsp~ ₱ 1
- Garlic – 3 cloves (minced)~ ₱ 6
Prices are estimates and may vary depending on location and market conditions.
Steps
- 1Brown pork in a little oil; set aside.
- 2Sauté garlic and onion in the same pot; add tomato sauce and 1 cup water.
- 3Return pork; simmer covered until almost tender (about 40 minutes).
- 4Add potato and carrot; cook 10 minutes. Stir in liver spread and sayote; simmer until vegetables are soft. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, fish sauce (patis) as needed.
Notes
Total cost (estimated)
~₱180
Prices are estimates and may vary depending on location and market conditions.
Serving size
3–4 servings
Tips
Cooking tips to help your Pork Kaldereta Tipid Under ~₱180 for 4 (Tomato Sauce) turn out flavorful, tender, and budget-meals friendly.
- **Low simmer** keeps pork tender; boiling hard toughens the meat.
- If liver spread isn’t available, a spoon of **peanut butter** is a known hack (flavor shifts slightly).
Variations
Ingredient alternatives and smart swaps so you can still make Pork Kaldereta Tipid Under ~₱180 for 4 (Tomato Sauce) even when your pantry runs low.
- Add **green peas** (frozen) if you already keep them.
- **Chili** or siling labuyo for spicy kaldereta.
Serving Suggestions
What to pair with Pork Kaldereta Tipid Under ~₱180 for 4 (Tomato Sauce) for a complete Filipino meal.
- Enjoy Pork Kaldereta Tipid Under ~₱180 for 4 (Tomato Sauce) with steamed rice (or garlic fried rice if you’re in the mood).
- Pair with a quick gulay side (stir-fried vegetables or a simple pinakbet-style bowl).
- Complete the meal with a fresh dipping sauce like calamansi soy for that Filipino recipe punch.
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