Sapi Lada Hitam: Indonesian Black Pepper Beef
Ingredients:
- 1/2 kg beef, thinly sliced
- 2 large onions
- 2 small bell peppers
- 1 piece of ginger
- 10 hot chili peppers
- 3 cloves garlic
- 5 shallots
- 1 packet of ground black pepper
- 1 bottle of black pepper sauce
- 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce
- 1 packet of Royco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 2 kaffir lime leaves
- 2 cups water
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beef: Begin by slicing the beef into thin strips and washing it thoroughly. Set aside.
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Prepare the Vegetables and Aromatics: Slice the onions and bell peppers. Peel and finely chop the garlic, shallots, and ginger. If you prefer a spicier dish, adjust the amount of hot chili peppers to your taste.
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Make the Spice Paste: Combine the garlic, shallots, ginger, and ground black pepper in a mortar and pestle or food processor. Grind or blend until the mixture forms a smooth paste.
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Cook the Aromatics: Heat the cooking oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant and golden brown.
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Simmer the Base: Add a little water to the pan to help release the flavors from the spice paste. Stir in the salt and Royco seasoning. Allow the mixture to simmer gently.
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Add the Beef: Once the base is fragrant, add the thinly sliced beef to the pan. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through.
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Flavor the Dish: Stir in the sweet soy sauce and black pepper sauce. Continue to cook, allowing the flavors to meld together. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Incorporate the Vegetables: Add the sliced bell peppers, onions, and kaffir lime leaves to the pan. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
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Final Adjustments: Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. The dish should be flavorful with a good balance of heat and sweetness.
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Serve: Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. This flavorful Sapi Lada Hitam pairs wonderfully with steamed rice.
Enjoy your delicious Indonesian Black Pepper Beef, a perfect blend of savory spices and tender beef that will delight your taste buds.
