Savory Indonesian Beef Rib Soup with Tendon and Bean Sprouts

Mie Kocok Iga Sapi: A Savory Beef Rib and Tendon Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

• Beef Tendon (Kikil Sapi)
• Beef Ribs (Iga Sapi)
• Bean Sprouts (Toge)
• Salt or Seasoning (Garam / Penyedap Rasa)
• Bay Leaves (Daun Salam)
• Lemongrass (Sereh)
• Black Pepper (Merica)
• Lime Juice (Jeruk Limo)
• Garlic (Bawang Putih)
• Celery Leaves (Daun Seledri)
• Fried Shallots (Bawang Goreng)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • Cut the beef tendons into bite-sized pieces according to your preference.
   • Clean and cut the beef ribs into manageable pieces.

2. Cook the Beef Ribs and Tendon:

   • In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the beef ribs and tendons.
   • Boil until the beef is tender and the tendons are soft, which usually takes about 1 to 1.5 hours.

3. Prepare the Soup Base:

   • In a separate pot, heat some oil and sauté finely minced garlic until it becomes aromatic.
   • Add bay leaves, lemongrass, and black pepper to the pot. Sauté until fragrant.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • Add the tender beef ribs and tendons to the pot with the sautéed spices.
   • Season with salt or your preferred seasoning to taste.
   • Let it simmer for a few more minutes to let the flavors meld together.

5. Assemble the Dish:

   • Place a handful of bean sprouts into individual serving bowls.
   • Ladle the hot soup with beef and tendon over the bean sprouts in the bowls.

6. Garnish and Serve:

   • Top each bowl with a generous sprinkle of fried shallots and chopped celery leaves.
   • Finish with a squeeze of lime juice for a fresh and tangy flavor.

7. Enjoy!

   • Serve the Mie Kocok Iga Sapi hot and enjoy the rich flavors and hearty textures of this traditional Indonesian beef soup.