Indonesian Beef Trotter Soup with Sweet Soy and Spices

Certainly! Here’s a rewritten version of the Sop Kaki Sapi recipe tailored for the “Love with Recipes” site:

Sop Kaki Sapi: Savory Indonesian Beef Trotter Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 beef trotter, cut into small pieces
• 10 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
• 1 nutmeg, cracked
• 2 cm fresh ginger, smashed
• 10 cloves
• 6 cm cinnamon stick
• 500 ml plain milk (or fresh milk)
• Salt, to taste
• Sugar, to taste
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 4 scallions, thinly sliced
• Fried shallots, for garnish
• Pickled cucumbers, for serving
• Emping (melinjo crackers), for serving
• Ground bird’s eye chili, to taste
• Lime or sambal for extra heat

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef Trotter: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the beef trotter pieces along with the cinnamon stick, smashed ginger, cloves, cracked nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Cook the trotter over medium heat until it becomes tender. This may take approximately 2 to 3 hours. Once the meat is tender, remove it from the pot and set it aside. Reserve about 2 liters of the cooking liquid.

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2. Make the Soup Base: To the reserved cooking liquid, add the plain milk, ghee, sweet soy sauce, black pepper, sugar, and salt. Stir well to combine and adjust the seasoning according to your taste.

3. Simmer the Soup: Return the beef trotter pieces to the pot with the soup base. Simmer gently for an additional 20 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

4. Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish with diced tomatoes, sliced scallions, and a sprinkle of fried shallots. Serve alongside pickled cucumbers, emping, and a side of ground bird’s eye chili for added heat. Don’t forget a squeeze of lime or a dollop of sambal to brighten the flavors.

Enjoy this rich and aromatic Indonesian beef trotter soup, a delightful dish that combines savory and spicy notes for a truly satisfying meal!

This recipe captures the essence of traditional Indonesian cuisine and is designed to provide a comforting and flavorful experience for your readers.