Spicy Pindang Beef Trotters
Ingredients:
- 1 beef trotter, pre-cooked until tender
- 3 stalks of lemongrass, bruised
- 4 kaffir lime leaves
- Tamarind paste, to taste
- Sweet soy sauce, to taste
- Red bird’s eye chilies, to taste
For the Spice Paste:
- Red chilies
- Red bird’s eye chilies
- Shallots
- Garlic
- Fresh turmeric, peeled
- Black pepper
- Shrimp paste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Spice Paste: Blend the red chilies, red bird’s eye chilies, shallots, garlic, fresh turmeric, black pepper, and shrimp paste into a smooth paste. You can use a mortar and pestle or a blender for this process.
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Cook the Spice Paste: Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant and the oil starts to separate from the paste.
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Simmer the Beef Trotters: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the pre-cooked beef trotters and the sautéed spice paste. Stir well to combine.
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Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the bruised lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, tamarind paste, and sweet soy sauce. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.
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Simmer and Serve: Allow the mixture to simmer until all the flavors meld together and the trotters are well-coated with the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
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Serve Hot: Once the dish is flavorful and well-seasoned, remove from heat. Serve hot with steamed rice or as a part of a larger meal.
Enjoy this flavorful and spicy Pindang Beef Trotters as a hearty dish that brings a touch of Indonesian flair to your table!
