Classic Morcon
The centerpiece for your holiday spread! This Classic Morcon is a traditional Filipino beef roll dish packed with a savory, hearty flavor. Thinly sliced beef is generously stuffed with festive fillings and simmered in DEL MONTE Original Style Tomato Sauce, creating the perfect holiday recipe to share with the whole family.
Recipe Details
Category Meats
Servings 15
Cooking Time 1 hour & 40 minutes
Preparation Time 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 750 g beef, round, pre-sliced for morcon
- 3/4 tbsp calamansi juice
- 2 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 pcs egg, hard-boiled and each sliced into 6 wedges
- 1/2 cup hotdog, cut into strips
- 1/3 cup bacon
- 1 1/4 cup carrot, cut into strips
- 1/4 cup whole pickle, cut into strips
- 1/3 cup cheese, cut into strips
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, red, cut into strips
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 tbsp oil
- 2 1/2 tbsp garlic, crushed
- 1/3 cup onion, sliced
- 1 pouch DEL MONTE Original Style Tomato Sauce (250 g)
- 1 cup water
- 1 pc bay leaf/laurel leaf
Cooking Tools Needed
Bowls , Measuring Cups , Chopping Board , Measuring Spoon , Tongs , KnifeCooking Skills Needed
Deep Frying , Slicing , Sautéing , SimmeringDirections
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1.
Pound beef to flatten. Marinate for 30 minutes. Drain and reserve marinade. (2100 sec)
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2.
Starting at one end of the meat, arrange the stuffing in alternate rows until all are used up. Roll and tie with string (crocheting thread). Sprinkle with flour, then brown all sides in oil. Set aside. (300 sec)
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3.
Sauté garlic and onion. Add beef, DEL MONTE Original Style Tomato Sauce, water, laurel leaf, and marinade. Bring to a boil and simmer for 45 minutes or until tender. (3000 sec)
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4.
Allow to rest for 10 minutes. Remove the string from the morcon. Slice and arrange on a platter. Pour sauce on top. (600 sec)
Lusog Notes
This festive dish is rich in vitamin A, which helps keep the skin healthy and supports the body's defense against infections.
Chef's Tips
Before slicing, let the meat rest to lock in its natural juices for a more tender and succulent bite.
Recipe Reviews
- Perfect for when you're craving something fancy but want to save money. The kids absolutely cleared their plates. Thank you for this quick and easy recipe! J. Dela Cruz
Best Paired With
DEL MONTE Four Seasons Juice Drink
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Recipe Details
Category Meats
Servings 15
Cooking Time 1 hour & 40 minutes
Preparation Time 15 minutes
Lusog Notes
This festive dish is rich in vitamin A, which helps keep the skin healthy and supports the body's defense against infections.
Chef's Tips
Before slicing, let the meat rest to lock in its natural juices for a more tender and succulent bite.
Recipe Reviews
- Perfect for when you're craving something fancy but want to save money. The kids absolutely cleared their plates. Thank you for this quick and easy recipe! J. Dela Cruz
Best Paired With
DEL MONTE Four Seasons Juice Drink
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