Lapis Daging Sapi Recipe
Discover the rich and aromatic flavors of Indonesian cuisine with this delightful Lapis Daging Sapi. This traditional beef dish is infused with a blend of spices and savory sweetness, creating a tender, flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Follow this easy recipe to bring a taste of Indonesia to your table.
Ingredients:
- 1 kg beef (cut into pieces as desired)
- 30 mL sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- 2 liters hot water
- 4 bay leaves (daun salam)
For the spice paste:
- 10 red chilies (cabe merah)
- 20 shallots (bawang merah)
- 10 garlic cloves (bawang putih)
- 2 candlenuts (kemiri)
- 1/2 nutmeg (pala)
- 2 segments galangal (laja/lengkuas)
- 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger (jahe)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (merica bubuk)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander (ketumbar bubuk)
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Spice Paste: Begin by making the spice paste. In a blender or food processor, combine the red chilies, shallots, garlic cloves, candlenuts, nutmeg, galangal, and ginger. Blend until you achieve a smooth paste.
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Sauté the Spice Paste: Heat a little oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant and cooked through. Once the paste is cooked, turn off the heat.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large pot, combine the beef pieces, sweet soy sauce, and bay leaves. Mix thoroughly to ensure the beef is well-coated with the soy sauce and spice paste. You can use your hands to mix and massage the flavors into the meat.
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Cook the Beef: Return the pot to the stove over low heat. Cover the pot and cook the beef, turning occasionally to prevent burning, until it begins to brown.
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Add Hot Water: After about 10 minutes of cooking, pour in the hot water. Continue to cook the beef on low heat until it becomes tender. This may take some time, so be patient. If the beef isn’t tender enough, you can add more hot water as needed.
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Final Touches: Once the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together, remove the pot from heat. Check the seasoning and adjust with salt if necessary.
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Serve: Transfer the Lapis Daging Sapi to a serving dish. This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice or as part of a larger meal.
Tip: For a faster cooking process, consider using a pressure cooker. This will help the beef become tender more quickly.
Enjoy the comforting and aromatic flavors of this traditional Indonesian dish, and impress your guests with this delightful recipe that captures the essence of Indonesian home cooking.
