Indonesian Beef Intestine Stew with Egg and Tofu Filling (Semur Tambusu)

Semur Tambusu (Stuffed Beef Intestine with Egg and Tofu) ala Kudus

Ingredients:

• For the Filling:

  • 500 grams beef intestine (iso sapi)
  • 4 chicken eggs (duck eggs are preferable for a richer taste)
  • 1 block of white tofu
  • 4 cloves shallots
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon instant broth powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 liter water (for boiling the beef intestine)

• For the Semur (Stew) Sauce:

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  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 4 candlenuts (kemiri)
  • 1 tablespoon fried shallots
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole peppercorns (ground pepper can be used, but whole peppercorns are preferable)
  • 2 red chilies
  • 1/2 tablespoon palm sugar
  • Sweet soy sauce, to taste
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 cm galangal (laos), bruised
  • 1 cm ginger, bruised
  • A pinch of roasted shrimp paste (terasi)
  • 200 ml coconut milk (use 1 pack of instant coconut milk mixed with water)

Preparation Steps:

1. Prepare the Filling:

   • Sauté the spices (shallots, garlic) in a little oil until fragrant, then grind them finely.
   • Crack the eggs into a bowl, beat them lightly, and mix in the ground spices.
   • Crush the tofu until smooth and combine it with the beaten eggs.
   • Take the beef intestine and tie one end securely. Stuff the intestine with the egg and tofu mixture, leaving about 5 cm of space to prevent it from bursting during boiling.
   • Bring a pot of water to a boil, add salt, and then immerse the stuffed beef intestine. Boil for 2 minutes, then remove and drain.

2. Prepare the Semur Sauce:

   • Grind garlic, peppercorns, candlenuts, and shrimp paste into a fine paste.
   • In a pan, sauté this spice paste in a little oil until fragrant. Add bruised galangal and ginger, and continue to sauté.
   • Pour in a bit of the coconut milk along with palm sugar, sweet soy sauce, and salt. Bring to a boil.
   • Add the stuffed beef intestine whole (do not cut it) into the simmering sauce.
   • Once the spices have been absorbed, pour in the remaining coconut milk and simmer until it comes to a boil again. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

3. Serving Suggestions:

   • Serve the Semur Tambusu hot with steamed rice or lontong (rice cakes).
   • For added variety, you can include fried tofu and tempeh in the semur.

Enjoy this rich and flavorful traditional dish from Kudus, perfect for a hearty meal with family and friends!