Soto Sapi Lobak: A Hearty Indonesian Beef and Radish Soup
Ingredients:
- 500 grams beef, cut into cubes
- 2 medium-sized radishes, sliced into half-moons
For the Broth:
- 5 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 stalks lemongrass, smashed
- 5 bay leaves
- 5 kaffir lime leaves
- 2 cm ginger, smashed
- 1/4 nutmeg
- 5 cloves
- Salt, sugar, and pepper to taste
- Beef bouillon (optional)
For Garnishing:
- Sliced scallions
- Chopped celery
- Fried shallots
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beef and Radishes:
- Cut the beef into bite-sized cubes.
- Slice the radishes into half-moons.
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Prepare the Broth:
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil.
- Add the garlic, lemongrass, bay leaves, kaffir lime leaves, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Cover the pot and let it boil to infuse the flavors.
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Cook the Beef:
- Once the water is boiling, add the beef cubes.
- Cook until the beef is tender, which should take about 20-30 minutes depending on the size of the beef cubes.
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Season the Broth:
- Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, and sugar to your preference.
- For an added depth of flavor, you can stir in some beef bouillon if desired.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer for another 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
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Add the Radishes:
- Stir in the sliced radishes.
- Continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the radishes to soften but retain some of their crispness.
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Serve and Garnish:
- Turn off the heat.
- Ladle the soup into bowls.
- Garnish with sliced scallions, chopped celery, and fried shallots.
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Enjoy:
- Serve hot and enjoy this comforting Indonesian beef and radish soup!
This Soto Sapi Lobak combines tender beef with aromatic spices and crisp radishes, creating a flavorful and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
