Kare kare is a Filipino peanut stew traditionally made with vegetables and meat, here elevated with short ribs that become fall-apart tender in the rich, nutty sauce. The peanut-based sauce carries warmth and depth, coating the meat and vegetables in a silky consistency. Executive chef Tara Monsod brings Pan-Asian influences drawn from her Filipino heritage alongside Japanese, Taiwanese, and Indonesian techniques to create a refined version of this classic. The dish exemplifies how Animae's fusion approach honors traditional Filipino flavors while introducing contemporary culinary sophistication.