Spicy Indonesian Beef Tendon Stew with Green Chilies

Certainly! Here’s a rewritten version of the recipe for “Kikil Sapi Masak Cabai Hijau” for the Love With Recipes site:

Kikil Sapi Masak Cabai Hijau

Discover a flavorful Indonesian dish that perfectly balances the richness of beef tendons with the vibrant heat of green chilies. This recipe for Kikil Sapi Masak Cabai Hijau (Beef Tendon Cooked with Green Chilies) is sure to delight your taste buds with its aromatic spices and hearty ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 kg beef tendons, cleaned and cut into bite-sized pieces
• 5 large green chilies, seeds removed and sliced
• 5 large red chilies, seeds removed and sliced
• 1 large tomato, chopped
• 3 shallots, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 pieces petai (bitter beans, optional)
• 1 stalk lemongrass, smashed
• 3 bay leaves
• Salt and sugar to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef Tendons: Thoroughly clean the beef tendons and cut them into pieces according to your preference. For a tender bite, cut them into small pieces. Boil the beef tendons until they are cooked through, then set them aside.

2. Prepare the Aromatics and Chilies: Slice the shallots and mince the garlic. Slice both the green and red chilies. Chop the tomato into pieces.

3. Cook the Base: In a skillet or wok, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the sliced shallots, minced garlic, green chilies, red chilies, and chopped tomato. Sauté until the shallots become fragrant and translucent.

4. Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked beef tendons to the skillet. If using, add the petai and mix well with the sautéed ingredients.

5. Add Spices and Liquid: Introduce the smashed lemongrass and bay leaves to the mixture. Pour in 1/2 cup of water, and stir to combine. Season with salt and sugar to taste.

6. Simmer: Allow the mixture to simmer for a few minutes, letting the flavors meld together and the liquid reduce slightly.

7. Finish and Serve: Once the tendons are well-coated with the spicy, aromatic sauce, remove from heat. Serve hot with steamed rice or as part of a larger meal.

Enjoy this hearty and spicy dish that brings the essence of Indonesian cuisine to your table!