Savory Spicy Beef Semur with Sweet Soy Sauce

Spicy Semur Beef Recipe

Ingredients:

• 300 grams beef, cut into small pieces
• 1/2 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 large red chilies, sliced diagonally
• 1 small tomato, diced
• Salt, to taste
• White sugar, to taste
• 5 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• Water, as needed

For the Spice Paste:

• 1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
• 5 cloves garlic
• 3 shallots
• 3 curly red chilies (adjust to taste for spiciness)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef:
   Begin by boiling the beef pieces until tender. Once cooked, cut them into small pieces or to your preferred size. Set aside.

2. Cook the Spice Paste:
   In a blender or food processor, combine the black peppercorns, garlic, shallots, and curly red chilies to create a smooth spice paste.

3. Sauté Aromatics:
   Heat a pan over medium heat and add a bit of oil. Sauté half of the sliced onion until fragrant. Then, add the spice paste and continue to cook until the mixture becomes aromatic.

4. Combine Ingredients:
   Add the boiled beef to the pan with the spice paste. Pour in the sweet soy sauce and cook for approximately 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

5. Simmer:
   Add enough water to cover the beef. Season with salt and white sugar to taste. Stir in the remaining sliced onion, diced tomato, and red chilies. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until the sauce thickens and reduces slightly. Adjust the sweetness and saltiness by adding more sweet soy sauce if needed.

6. Serve:
   Once the sauce has thickened to your liking and the flavors have blended, remove from heat. Serve hot and enjoy with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.

This Spicy Semur Beef recipe offers a rich and flavorful dish with a perfect balance of sweet and spicy elements, ideal for those who appreciate a touch of heat in their meals.