Beef Rendang Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 kg beef (cut into cubes)
- 1 liter thick coconut milk
- 12 shallots
- 6 cloves garlic
- 2 lemongrass stalks
- 3 turmeric leaves
- 3 bay leaves
- 5 kaffir lime leaves
- 3 tablespoons tamarind water
- 3 candlenuts
- 15 red curly chilies (seeds removed)
- Salt (to taste)
- Palm sugar (to taste)
- White sugar (to taste)
- 2 handfuls toasted grated coconut
- 2 inches galangal
Instructions:
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Prepare the Spice Paste: Begin by blending the shallots, garlic, candlenuts, galangal, and red curly chilies into a smooth paste. This will form the base of your rendang’s rich and aromatic flavor.
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Cook the Spice Paste: Heat some oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the spice paste to the pot and sauté until fragrant and slightly golden.
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Add Aromatics: Incorporate the kaffir lime leaves, bay leaves, turmeric leaves, and lemongrass into the pot. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the leaves release their aromatic oils and the mixture is aromatic.
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Add Beef: Add the beef cubes to the pot, stirring well to coat them evenly with the spice mixture. Cook for a few minutes until the beef is browned on all sides.
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Incorporate Coconut Milk and Tamarind: Pour in the thick coconut milk and tamarind water. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
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Simmer: Reduce the heat to low, and let the beef simmer gently in the coconut milk mixture for about 2 hours. Stir occasionally to ensure the beef is evenly cooked and tender.
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Add Toasted Coconut and Seasonings: Once the beef is tender, add the toasted grated coconut, salt, palm sugar, and white sugar to the pot. Stir to mix everything thoroughly.
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Reduce the Sauce: Continue to simmer the mixture until the sauce thickens and the oil begins to separate from the rendang, turning a rich reddish-brown color. This process can take additional time, so be patient and stir occasionally.
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Serve: Once the rendang has reached the desired consistency and the flavors have melded beautifully, remove from heat. Serve hot, and enjoy this deliciously rich and spicy beef rendang with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.
This Beef Rendang recipe promises a flavorful journey with every bite, combining tender beef with a fragrant spice blend and creamy coconut milk. Perfect for a special meal or a comforting family dinner.
