Rawon Sapi: A Rich and Flavorful Indonesian Beef Soup
Ingredients:
- 250 grams beef (sliced)
- 1 segment galangal (crushed)
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 stalk lemongrass (crushed and tied)
- Seasoning (beef flavor, such as Royco)
- Sugar
- Salt
- Sufficient water for boiling the beef
- Ground Spice Paste:
- 5 shallots
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 candlenuts
- 2 segments ginger
- 1.5 segments turmeric
- 1 kluwak (Pangium edule, also known as kluwek or keluak)
- For Garnish:
- Spring onions
- Tomato
- Bean sprouts
- Fried onions
- Chili sauce
- Crackers
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beef:
- Thoroughly clean the beef and boil it for about 10 minutes. Discard the water, then reboil the beef for approximately 15 minutes or until tender. For extra tenderness, you may add a pinch of baking soda to the first boiling water. Once the beef is tender, cut it into bite-sized pieces and return it to the pot.
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Cook the Spice Paste:
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Season the Soup:
- Add the seasoning (such as Royco beef), sugar, salt, and additional spices as needed. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Serve the Rawon Sapi hot, garnished with sliced spring onions, tomato wedges, bean sprouts, and a sprinkle of fried onions. Accompany with chili sauce and crackers on the side for added texture and flavor.
Enjoy this traditional Indonesian dish, known for its deep, rich flavors and vibrant color!
