Hearty Indonesian Beef Bone Soup with Spicy Soy Sauce

Indonesian Beef Bone Soup (Sup Tulangan Sapi)

This rich and comforting Indonesian beef bone soup, known as Sup Tulangan Sapi, is a hearty dish that showcases the deep flavors of beef bones simmered with a medley of fresh vegetables. The soup is traditionally garnished with crispy fried onions, a splash of lime, and a spicy soy sauce condiment for an extra kick. Here’s how to make this delectable dish:

Ingredients

• 500 grams beef bones (tulangan sapi)
• 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 250 grams cabbage, roughly chopped
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 4 stalks green onions, chopped
• Potatoes (optional, according to preference)
• Green beans (optional, according to preference)

For the Spice Paste:

• 7 shallots
• 7 cloves garlic
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste

Additional Ingredients:

• 3 liters water
• Fried onions, for garnish
• Lime wedges, for serving
• Spicy soy sauce (sambel kecap) made from chopped chilies, garlic, soy sauce, and salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef Bones:

   • In a large pot, add 3 liters of water and bring it to a boil.
   • Add the beef bones and simmer until the meat becomes tender. If you prefer a less fatty soup, skim off any floating fat from the surface of the broth during cooking.

2. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • While the beef bones are simmering, peel and slice the carrots, chop the cabbage, slice the celery, and chop the green onions.
   • If using potatoes and green beans, prepare them as well, cutting the potatoes into chunks and trimming the beans.

3. Make the Spice Paste:

   • Blend the shallots and garlic into a fine paste.
   • Heat a little oil in a pan and sauté the spice paste until fragrant.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • Once the beef bones are tender, add the sautéed spice paste to the pot.
   • Add the chopped vegetables to the pot and continue to simmer until the vegetables are cooked through.

5. Season the Soup:

   • Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Serve:

   • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fried onions.
   • Serve with lime wedges on the side and the spicy soy sauce for added flavor.

Enjoy this savory Sup Tulangan Sapi as a hearty meal perfect for any occasion, bringing a taste of Indonesian cuisine to your table.