Spicy Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry

Black Pepper Beef (Daging Sapi Lada Hitam) Recipe

Ingredients:

• 500 grams (1/2 kg) beef
• For Sautéing:
  • 10 cloves garlic
  • 1.5 cm ginger
• For Additional Seasoning:
  • 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
  • 1/2 tablespoon flavor enhancer (Masako)
  • 1.5 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 5 tablespoons black pepper
• For Marinating Beef:
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 4 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 3 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• For Garnish:
  • 7 large red chilies (seeds removed and diced)
  • 7 green chilies (seeds removed and diced)
  • 1 large onion (diced)
• Thickening Agent:
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (mixed with the water)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef:

   • Slice the beef into long strips and marinate with the marinade ingredients (cooking oil, oyster sauce, and sweet soy sauce). Allow it to marinate for at least 1 hour to absorb the flavors.

2. Prepare the Aromatics:

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   • Finely chop the garlic and ginger. Sauté them in a pan over medium heat until fragrant.

3. Cook the Beef:

   • Add the marinated beef to the pan with the sautéed aromatics. Stir to combine and let it cook until the beef is browned. Cover the pan with a lid to retain moisture.

4. Add Seasonings:

   • Once the beef is partially cooked and the liquid has reduced slightly, add 2 tablespoons of sweet soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of flavor enhancer, and 1.5 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Mix well to combine all the flavors.

5. Incorporate Garnish Ingredients:

   • Stir in the diced red and green chilies, and the diced onion. Continue cooking, allowing the flavors to meld together.

6. Add Black Pepper:

   • Sprinkle 5 tablespoons of black pepper into the pan, mixing thoroughly to coat the beef with the pepper.

7. Thicken the Sauce:

   • Combine the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Pour this into the pan and stir well. Cook until the sauce thickens and the beef is tender and fully cooked.

8. Serve:

   • Serve the Black Pepper Beef hot with steamed rice. Enjoy the robust and spicy flavors of this dish!

This recipe captures the essence of Indonesian cuisine with a flavorful blend of spices and a touch of sweetness, balanced perfectly with the kick of black pepper.