Semur Daging Sapi dan Kentang: A Rich and Flavorful Indonesian Stew
Ingredients:
- 300 grams beef, cut into cubes
- 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
- Ground Spice Mix:
- 6 shallots
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 candlenuts
- 1/2 nutmeg
- Black pepper to taste
- Additional Ingredients:
- 2 inches ginger, smashed
- 2 inches galangal, smashed
- 1 stalk lemongrass, smashed
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 kaffir lime leaves
- Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), to taste
- Palm sugar, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Water as needed
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beef: Clean the beef cubes thoroughly and set aside.
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Cook the Spices: In a hot pan, sauté the ground spice mix until fragrant. Add the ginger, galangal, lemongrass, bay leaves, and kaffir lime leaves. Season with salt and palm sugar. Continue to sauté until the mixture becomes aromatic.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the beef and diced potatoes to the pan. Pour in the sweet soy sauce according to your taste preference. Add enough water to cover the ingredients.
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Simmer: Allow the mixture to simmer. Check the seasoning and adjust if necessary. Cook until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through. If the meat isn’t tender yet, add more water and continue to simmer until it reaches the desired tenderness.
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Finish and Serve: Once the beef and potatoes are tender, your semur is ready to serve. Enjoy this rich and savory dish with steamed rice.
This traditional Indonesian stew combines the warmth of spices with the hearty flavors of beef and potatoes, creating a comforting meal that is perfect for any occasion.
