Seafood Kare Kare Recipe

5 from 2 votes

Seafood Kare Kare is a Filipino stew made with a rich, savory peanut sauce and a variety of seafood, such as shrimp, crab, and fish. This dish is typically served with vegetables and a side of bagoong (fermented shrimp paste) to balance the flavors.

Prep Time15

Cook Time40

Total Time55

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Filipino

Keyword: kare kare, seafood stew, shrimp recipe, squid recipe

Servings: people

Calories: 926kcal

Author: Vanjo Merano

Ingredients

1/2 lb. shrimp cleaned
2 crabs steamed
1/2 lb. mussels boiled in 3/4 cup water
1 squid
8 string beans tied in knots
1 banana heart sliced
2 cups coconut cream
5 tablespoons peanut butter
1 1/2 tablespoons annatto powder astuete diluted in 3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons fish sauce
3 tablespoons shrimp paste
4 cloves garlic crushed and chopped
1 onion chopped
Water
6 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

Pour 5 cups of water in a cooking pot. Let boil. Blanch the string beans and banana heart by placing these in the pot with boiling water and cook it for 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the vegetables and put these on a bowl with cold water and ice. Let it stay in the bowl for 3 minutes. Remove from the bowl and set aside.
8 string beans, Water, 1 banana heart
Heat 3 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan. Pan fry the shrimp in medium heat for 2 minutes per side.Remove the shrimp from the pan. Set aside.
6 tablespoons cooking oil, 1/2 lb. shrimp
On the same pan, pan fry the squid using the remaining oil for 2 minutes per side. Do not overcook the squid as it will get tough. Remove the squid from the pan and set it aside.
1 squid
Pan fry the steamed crabs on the same pan for 2 1/2 minutes per side. Add more oil if needed. Set aside.
2 crabs
Put the mussels on the same pan and pan fry or stir fry for 4 minutes total. Pour-in the water used to boil the mussels (or if you are using pre-cooked mussels, use the water in the package). Deglaze the pan by gently rubbing your spatula on the surface until bits of seafood are diluted in the liquid. Remove the mussels from the pan and then place the liquid on a separate bowl.
1/2 lb. mussels
Using a clay pot (palayok) or regular cooking pot, heat 3 tablespoons of cooking oil and then saute the garlic and onion.
4 cloves garlic, 6 tablespoons cooking oil, 1 onion
Once the onion turns soft, pour-in the coconut cream. Let boil.
2 cups coconut cream
Add the liquid from the frying pan. Stir.
Add the peanut butter. Stir and cook until it is completely diluted.
5 tablespoons peanut butter
Add the fish sauce (patis). Stir.
2 tablespoons fish sauce
Pour-in the annatto powder diluted in water. You may add more annatto powder to get your desired color. Cook for 2 to 5 minutes in medium heat while stirring.
1 1/2 tablespoons annatto powder
Top with shrimp paste and serve.
3 tablespoons shrimp paste

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Notes

Nutritional Benefits of Seafood

Seafood is packed with a range of nutritional benefits that make it a great choice for a healthy diet. It’s a fantastic source of high-quality protein, essential for muscle growth and repair. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, seafood supports heart health by reducing inflammation and lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease. Many types of seafood are also loaded with vitamins and minerals like vitamin D, iodine, and zinc, which contribute to strong bones, a robust immune system, and overall well-being. Plus, seafood is generally lower in fat compared to other animal proteins, making it a heart-friendly option that can help maintain a balanced and nutritious diet.

Nutrition