Indonesian Beef Ribs Soup with Vegetables (Sop Iga Sapi Sayuran)
Ingredients:
- 500 grams beef ribs
- 1 carrot
- 2 potatoes
- 10 green beans
- 50 grams cabbage
- 1 stalk green onion
- 1 stick cinnamon
- 2 cardamom pods
- 2 star anise
- 3 cloves
- Salt and bouillon powder to taste
- Pepper to taste
For the Spice Paste:
- 5 shallots
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger
- 2 candlenuts
For Garnishing:
- Celery
- Fried shallots
- Lime wedges
- Chili sauce
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beef Ribs:
- Clean the beef ribs thoroughly and boil them until tender. This usually takes about 1 hour. If you’re using a pressure cooker, it will be ready in about 30 minutes. Discard the water after boiling to remove excess fat. If you like, you can keep the broth for making a richer stock.
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Prepare the Vegetables:
- While the beef is cooking, chop the vegetables according to your preference.
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Reboil the Beef:
- Add fresh water to the pot with the beef ribs. Introduce the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, star anise, and cloves into the pot. Bring to a boil.
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Make the Spice Paste:
- In a pan, sauté the spice paste ingredients—shallots, garlic, ginger, and candlenuts—until fragrant. Add this spice paste to the boiling beef and spices.
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Add the Vegetables:
- Once the beef is tender and the spices have infused the broth, add the potatoes and carrots. Cook until the vegetables are tender. Season with salt, bouillon powder, and pepper to taste.
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Finish the Soup:
- Add the cabbage and cook until it starts to wilt. Next, add the green beans and green onions, stirring well. Allow the soup to cook for a few more minutes until all the vegetables are cooked to your liking.
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Serve:
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh celery, fried shallots, lime wedges, and chili sauce on the side for added flavor.
Enjoy this comforting Indonesian beef ribs soup, a delightful blend of tender beef, flavorful spices, and fresh vegetables that will warm you from the inside out.
