Savory Indonesian Beef Tongue Stir-Fry with Chilies and Carrots

Beef Tongue Stir-Fry (Tumis Lidah Sapi)

Experience a delightful journey of flavors with this traditional Indonesian dish, Tumis Lidah Sapi. Featuring tender beef tongue and a medley of aromatic vegetables and savory sauces, this recipe is perfect for those seeking a rich, hearty meal. Here’s how to prepare it:

Ingredients:

• 300 grams beef tongue
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, crushed
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 3 meatballs, sliced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large green chili, sliced
• 1 large red chili, sliced
• 2 small bird’s eye chilies (optional, or adjust to taste)
• 2 stalks green onions, chopped
• 250 ml beef broth (from cooking the beef tongue)

Seasonings:

• Salt, to taste
• Sugar, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• Beef bouillon powder (non-MSG), to taste

Sauce:

• 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
• 1 tablespoon chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef Tongue:

   • Pressure cook the beef tongue and ginger together for about 45 minutes until tender. Once cooked, remove the beef tongue, clean off any rough skin, and slice it into bite-sized pieces.

2. Sauté Aromatics:

   • In a large pan or wok, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant. Stir in the sliced green and red chilies, and cook until they begin to soften.

3. Cook Vegetables:

   • Add the sliced carrots to the pan, followed by the beef broth. Cover and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the carrots to cook through.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • Introduce the sliced beef tongue and meatballs into the pan. Season with salt, sugar, pepper, and beef bouillon powder. Stir well to combine.

5. Add Sauces:

   • Pour in the tomato ketchup, chili sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sweet soy sauce. Mix everything thoroughly and adjust the seasoning to your taste.

6. Finish and Serve:

   • Allow the mixture to cook until all ingredients are well combined and heated through. Before removing from heat, stir in the chopped green onions and cook briefly until they are just wilted.

7. Serve:

   • Transfer the stir-fry to a serving dish and enjoy while hot.

This Beef Tongue Stir-Fry is a flavorful and satisfying dish that showcases the unique texture and taste of beef tongue combined with vibrant vegetables and rich sauces. Perfect for a hearty dinner or special occasion!