Authentic Klaten-Style Beef Soup with Aromatic Spices

Sop Ala Pak Min Klaten (Beef Soup)

Ingredients:

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• For the Beef Marinade:

  • 250 grams beef
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
  • Salt to taste

• For the Soup:

  • 2 carrots (optional)
  • 7 green beans (optional)
  • 1/4 head of cabbage (optional)

• For the Spice Blend:

  • 7 cloves garlic
  • 5 shallots
  • 1 stalk of green onion (spring onion)
  • 3 star anise
  • 3 cloves
  • 5 cm ginger
  • 3 cm cinnamon stick or 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 stalk lemongrass (bruised and smashed)
  • 3 large bay leaves
  • 3 large kaffir lime leaves (remove the central stem)
  • 3 cardamom pods
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (ground)
  • 4 stalks celery
  • 2 small tomatoes
  • 1/2 nutmeg (ground)
  • 1/2 tablespoon fried garlic
  • 1 tablespoon fried shallots
  • Salt to taste
  • Mushroom seasoning (optional, or use as a substitute)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef:

   • Thinly slice the beef and gently pound it to tenderize. Marinate in a mixture of garlic, salt, and coriander seeds for about 3 hours. Lightly sauté the beef in hot oil until it is just half-cooked.

2. Prepare the Spice Blend:

   • Sauté the garlic and shallots in a pan until fragrant and slightly browned.

3. Make the Soup Base:

   • Add approximately 400 ml of water to the pan with the sautéed garlic and shallots.
   • Incorporate lemongrass, bay leaves, ginger, kaffir lime leaves, cardamom, nutmeg, black pepper, star anise, cinnamon stick, and half of the green onion. Let it simmer until the aroma is released.

4. Add Seasonings and Beef:

   • Season with salt and mushroom seasoning to taste. Add the marinated beef and carrots. Simmer until the water reduces slightly.

5. Add Vegetables:

   • After about 10 minutes or until the carrots are tender but not mushy, add celery, cabbage, green beans, tomatoes, the remaining green onion, and the fried garlic and shallots. Cook for a short while.

6. Serve:

   • The soup is ready to be served. It’s a comforting dish that is particularly soothing for those feeling under the weather.

Enjoy this heartwarming soup, which brings a touch of comfort and flavor, perfect for any time you need a little extra warmth and care.