Low Sodium Beef Nilaga
Experience the comforting warmth of Filipino cuisine with this 'Low Sodium Beef Nilaga' recipe, a healthier twist on the traditional beef soup. Featuring tender beef chuck simmered to perfection with a medley of fresh vegetables like potatoes, cabbage, green beans, carrots, corn, and fragrant aromatics like onion, bay leaf, and peppercorns, this dish is bursting with natural flavors without relying on excessive salt. A splash of low sodium fish sauce adds a subtle umami touch, making it the perfect choice for a heart-conscious meal. Ready in under three hours, this hearty, slow-simmered soup is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. Serve it piping hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley, for an irresistible taste of home cooking. Ideal for those seeking low sodium recipes packed with flavor, this Beef Nilaga is a nourishing and satisfying treat.
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Recipe Information
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)
Instructions
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.
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.
Add the corn pieces and green beans to the pot and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
Finally, add the cabbage and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender but still crisp.
Adjust seasoning, if desired, but avoid adding more salt. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley, if using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.7 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 219 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 851 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
