Indonesian Beef Rendang with Crispy Potatoes

Rendang Sapi Kentang (Indonesian Beef and Potato Rendang)

Ingredients:

• 250 grams beef, cut into cubes
• 500 grams potatoes, peeled, diced, and fried until crisp
• 100 grams red chili peppers
• 100 grams curly red chilies
• 5 cloves garlic
• 5 shallots
• 1 onion
• 1 piece ginger (about 2 inches)
• 1 piece turmeric (about 2 inches)
• 1 piece galangal (about 2 inches)
• 10 kaffir lime leaves
• 4 bay leaves
• 2 stalks lemongrass
• 2 candlenuts
• Coconut milk (quantity as needed)
• Cooking oil for sautéing
• Beef bouillon powder (or Royco beef seasoning)
• Granulated sugar

Instructions:

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1. Prepare the Spice Paste: In a blender, combine the red chili peppers, curly red chilies, garlic, shallots, ginger, turmeric, and candlenuts. Blend until the mixture forms a smooth paste.

2. Prepare the Aromatics: Thinly slice the onion. Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook until it becomes translucent.

3. Cook the Aromatics and Spice Paste: Add the garlic and shallots to the pan with the onion. Sauté until they are softened and fragrant. Add the blended spice paste along with the bay leaves, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and lemongrass. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the paste is well-cooked and aromatic.

4. Add the Beef: Incorporate the beef cubes into the pan, stirring well to coat them with the spice paste. Season with beef bouillon powder (Royco) and granulated sugar. Pour in a small amount of water to help tenderize the meat. Cover and simmer until the beef is tender, stirring occasionally.

5. Add Potatoes and Coconut Milk: Once the beef is tender, add the fried potato cubes and pour in the coconut milk. Stir well to combine. Continue to cook over low heat until the coconut milk has thickened and the flavors have melded together.

6. Adjust Seasonings: Taste the rendang and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more sugar or bouillon powder as needed.

7. Serve: Once the sauce has thickened to your liking and the flavors are balanced, remove from heat. Serve the rendang hot, paired with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.

Enjoy this rich and flavorful Indonesian classic!