Rendang Daging Sapi: A Flavorful Indonesian Beef Rendang
Ingredients:
- 500 grams beef (diced to desired thickness)
- 2 kaffir lime leaves
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 turmeric leaf
- 1 stalk lemongrass (crushed)
- 1 liter thick coconut milk
- Sugar and salt to taste
Spice Paste:
- 10 red chilies
- 8 shallots
- 6 garlic cloves
- 2 candlenuts
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 piece galangal (about 1-inch)
- 1 piece ginger (about 1-inch)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beef: Begin by thoroughly cleaning the beef under cold water. Cut the beef into pieces of your preferred thickness.
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Prepare the Spice Paste: In a blender or food processor, combine the red chilies, shallots, garlic cloves, candlenuts, coriander, black pepper, galangal, and ginger. Blend until you achieve a smooth paste.
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Cook the Spice Paste: Heat a generous amount of oil in a large pan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the spice paste and cook, stirring frequently, until the paste becomes fragrant and slightly darker in color.
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Add Aromatics: Add the kaffir lime leaves, bay leaves, turmeric leaf, and crushed lemongrass to the pan. Continue to cook for a few minutes, allowing the aromatics to release their flavors.
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Add Beef and Coconut Milk: Stir in the diced beef and mix well with the spice paste and aromatics. Pour in the thick coconut milk, stirring to combine everything evenly.
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Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Allow it to simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened. This can take about 2 to 3 hours. As the mixture simmers, it will reduce and the oil will begin to separate from the coconut milk.
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Season: Once the sauce has thickened and the oil has surfaced, taste the rendang and adjust the seasoning with sugar and salt according to your preference.
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Finish: Continue cooking until the sauce is deeply reduced and the oil has completely separated from the gravy. The beef should be tender and coated in a rich, flavorful sauce.
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Serve: Serve the Rendang Daging Sapi with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes. Enjoy this flavorful dish that’s sure to impress!
Happy Cooking! ❤️🍽️
