Lilian Lising Borromeo, historian, famed chef, and original San Nicolas cookie maker, shares an heirloom recipe of a Filipino favorite, the kaldereta.
Serves 4 to 6
2 kilo goat meat, marinated overnight
2 cups vinegar
1/2 cup chopped garlic, divided into 2 parts
salt and pepper to taste
2 white onions, sliced
1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
1 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup olive oil
1 cup red wine
1 piece bay leaf
2 red and green bell peppers, chopped
1 cup frozen peas
1/4 kilo liver, cooked and chopped
1/2 cup quezo de bola, grated
5 pieces bird’s eye chili (siling labuyo)
1 Saute 1/4 cup remaining chopped garlic, onions, fresh tomatoes, and tomato sauce in oil.
2 Add marinated goat meat and red wine then bring to a boil.
3 Continue cooking over low fire until tender.
4 Add the rest of the ingredients and season to taste. Serve hot.
Photography by Jun Pinzon | Interview & Styling by Angelo Comsti