Crispy Beef with Kaffir Lime Leaf Sambal
Ingredients:
- 500 grams fresh beef
- 100 grams red chili peppers
- 8 shallots
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 kaffir lime leaves
- Vegetable oil, as needed
- 2 stalks green onions
- 1 teaspoon sugar
For the Marinade:
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 candlenuts
- Coriander seeds, to taste
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt, to taste
- 3 cm ginger
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beef:
- Begin by washing the beef thoroughly and cutting it into bite-sized pieces according to your preference.
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Make the Marinade:
- Blend the garlic, candlenuts, coriander seeds, and bay leaves into a smooth paste. Season with salt and add the ginger. Mix well.
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Marinate the Beef:
- Combine the beef pieces with the marinade paste. Add a little water to ensure the beef is well-coated. Cook the beef mixture over medium heat for about 30 minutes, or until the water has evaporated and the beef is tender.
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Fry the Beef:
- Once the beef is tender, remove it from the heat and let it cool. Heat oil in a pan and fry the beef pieces until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove the beef from the oil and set aside.
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Prepare the Sambal:
- Boil the red chili peppers, shallots, and garlic until they are soft. (If you like, you can add tomatoes for a richer flavor.)
- Blend the boiled chili peppers and shallots into a paste. Heat a little oil in a pan and sauté the paste over medium heat until it is well-cooked and fragrant.
- Add the kaffir lime leaves, a pinch of salt, and a little sugar to taste. Continue to cook the sambal until it is fully cooked.
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Combine and Serve:
- Stir in a couple of tablespoons of the beef broth from the cooking process into the sambal and mix well.
- Add the green onions and the fried beef pieces to the sambal. Toss everything together until the beef is well-coated and the flavors are well combined.
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Finish:
- Remove from heat and serve the crispy beef with kaffir lime leaf sambal hot. Enjoy this flavorful and spicy dish with steamed rice or as a side dish with your favorite meal.
This delectable dish offers a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and aromatic flavors, making it an excellent choice for a hearty and satisfying meal.
