Authentic Indonesian Rawon Beef Soup Recipe

Rawon Daging Sapi Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 kg beef brisket (presto until tender, cut into approximately 2×3 cm pieces)
• Blended spices:
  • 15 shallots
  • 10 garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 3 cm ginger
  • 2 cm galangal
  • 5 kluwek nuts (ensure they are not bitter)
  • Salt, sugar, and stock powder to taste
• Complements:
  • 3 kaffir lime leaves
  • 5 bay leaves
  • 3 stalks of lemongrass (bruised)
• Finish:
  • 2 tomatoes (cut into 8 pieces)
  • 2 stalks of spring onions (cut into 3 cm pieces)
  • Delmonte tomato sauce (optional)

Steps:

1. Prepare the Blended Spices:

   • Blend the shallots, garlic, ground coriander, ground turmeric, ginger, galangal, and kluwek nuts into a fine paste.

2. Sauté the Spices:

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   • In a large pot, sauté the blended spices along with the kaffir lime leaves, bay leaves, and lemongrass until fragrant.

3. Add the Broth:

   • Pour in the beef broth that was used to boil the beef. Add the tomatoes and optional Delmonte tomato sauce for a richer flavor.

4. Season the Soup:

   • Season the soup with salt, sugar, and stock powder to taste.

5. Combine Beef and Finish:

   • Add the cut beef pieces and spring onions to the pot. Allow the soup to come to a boil.

6. Serve:

   • Once boiling, remove the soup from heat. Serve hot with sambal bawang (shallot chili sauce), steamed rice, and prawn crackers for an authentic experience.

Enjoy this savory, rich Indonesian beef soup that brings warmth and comfort with every bite. Perfect for a hearty meal with family and friends.