Indonesian Ginger Beef and Long Beans Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 400 grams of beef
• 1/2 bunch of long beans
• 3 cloves of garlic
• 4 shallots
• 1 piece of ginger (about the size of your thumb)
• 1 piece of aromatic ginger (kencur) (about the size of your thumb)
• Salt to taste
• Granulated sugar to taste
• Soy sauce to taste

Steps:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • Clean and wash the beef thoroughly. Cut it into bite-sized pieces.
   • Trim the long beans and cut them into approximately 5 cm (2 inches) pieces.
   • Peel and crush the garlic and shallots.
   • Slice the ginger and kencur into thin pieces.

2. Blend the Spices:

   • Using a mortar and pestle or a food processor, blend the garlic and shallots into a fine paste. Set aside the ginger and kencur as they will be used later.

3. Cooking:

   • Heat a little oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium heat.
   • Add the blended garlic and shallots paste to the hot oil and sauté until fragrant.
   • Add the beef pieces to the wok and cook until the beef starts to brown.
   • While the beef is cooking, add the sliced ginger and kencur, pressing them slightly to release their flavors.
   • Add the long beans to the wok and stir-fry for a few minutes until they start to soften.

4. Seasoning:

   • Season the dish with salt, sugar, and soy sauce to taste. Continue to stir-fry until the beef is fully cooked and the beans are tender but still crisp.

5. Serve:

   • Transfer the sautéed beef and long beans to a serving dish. Enjoy this flavorful and aromatic dish with steamed rice for a complete meal.

This delightful Indonesian dish combines tender beef with crunchy long beans, infused with the rich flavors of garlic, shallots, ginger, and kencur. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner, it showcases the harmonious blend of spices and ingredients typical of Southeast Asian cuisine. Enjoy the vibrant and comforting taste of Sautéed Beef with Long Beans!