Beef Kelaguen (Kelaguen Kåtne)

"I'm posting this recipe for someone I met at a softball game. When she learned that I am Chamoru and from Guam she told me that she loves Finadene and Beef Kelaguen. I couldn't recall my recipe at the time so I promised to post it here. Beef Kelaguen is a Chamoru delicacy made with raw beef and chemically cooked or cured with citric acid. It is usually served as a chaser with beer or eaten with Chamoru Red Rice. Back home we like this SPICY, but just omit the pepper to make it more friendly for those can't take the heat ;). All measurements are approximate and can be adjusted to taste, tangier or saltier, it's all up to you...Enjoy :)"
 
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Ready In:
3hrs 20mins
Ingredients:
7
Serves:
4
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ingredients

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directions

  • Trim beef of all fat and slice into thin strips.
  • Press out as much blood from the beef as possible. Placing the beef in a colander over a bowl makes this easier to accomplish.
  • Place all ingredients in bowl and mix well. Cover bowl tightly and let sit at room temperature for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve chilled as a chaser or with rice.

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  1. I lived on Guam a few years and also one of my best friends was from there and even suggested to go. His family was like having a 2nd family away from home. I became a Mijo. Anyway, I love food first. And I loved the food of Guam. I learned to cook, or in this case make, some great dishes. Just finished off a couple of bowls (just easier to use), of kelaguen. Beef styled. I had to adjust the recipe back on mainland US. But I found my own perfect hot and tangy recipe. If you guys want it, I'll be glad to give it. Hard to get boonies out here. But there are other choices. And even then, it is the time letting it sit that makes it even better. Hard to love food, and have to wait for it!
     
  2. Soooo good! I've been craving this for a while but couldnt remember the lemon juice/soy sauce ratio. Tastes just like my uncle made it. Thank you so much!
     
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