BEEF PARES is a popular dish served in restaurants or speacialty eateries in the Philippines. It is usually served with either fried or steamed rice, and a clear beef broth, or used as topping for mami (noodle soup) similar to the Chowking version.
INGREDIENTS:
1 kilo (2.2 lbs) beef brisket (pecho), cut into 1 - 1 1/2 inch cubes, you may trim off excess fat, or use a lean beef instead.
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
about a thumb size ginger, minced finely
2 to 3 pieces bay leaves (laurel)
2 to 3 pieces whole star anise (sangke)
1 Knorr beef cube
1 tablespoon corn startch mixed with a little water
water
chopped green onions (garnish)
salt and pepper to taste
