Hearty Indonesian Beef Bone Soup (Sop Tulang Sapi)

Sop Tulang Sapi (Beef Bone Soup)

Ingredients:

• 1 beef bone (ankle/shank)
• 1 carrot
• 1 potato
• 1 bunch of scallions and celery
• 1 tomato
• 5 cloves of garlic
• 5 shallots
• 1/4 onion
• 1 piece of ginger
• 1.5 liters of water
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil for sautéing
• Fried shallots, for garnish

Preparation Steps:

1. Prep the Ingredients:

   • Peel and wash the potato, carrot, scallions, and celery. Cut them into bite-sized pieces.
   • Halve the tomato, and set aside.

2. Cook the Beef Bone:

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   • In a large pot, place the beef bone and add water.
   • Add salt, sugar, crushed ginger, and chopped onion.
   • Bring to a boil and let it simmer until the broth is rich and flavorful.

3. Sauté the Spices:

   • In a mortar and pestle, grind the shallots until semi-smooth, and crush the garlic cloves.
   • Heat oil in a skillet or wok over medium heat.
   • Sauté the ground shallots and crushed garlic until they become fragrant and translucent.

4. Combine and Cook:

   • Add the sautéed spices to the pot with the beef bone broth.
   • Add the carrot and potato pieces.
   • Sprinkle in the ground pepper and stir well.
   • Let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

5. Add Final Ingredients:

   • Add most of the chopped tomato and scallions into the pot, reserving some for garnish.
   • Let the soup cook for a few more minutes until all the flavors meld together.

6. Serve:

   • Ladle the soup into serving bowls.
   • Garnish with chopped scallions, celery, fried shallots, and the remaining tomato pieces.
   • For an extra burst of freshness, squeeze a bit of lime or lemon juice over the soup.

Tips:

• For added depth of flavor, you can roast the beef bone before boiling.
• Adjust the seasoning to your taste; more salt or pepper can be added as needed.
• Serve with steamed rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Enjoy the comforting and savory taste of Sop Tulang Sapi, a traditional Indonesian soup that brings warmth and delight to your dining table!