Tongseng Daging Sapi (Indonesian Beef Tongseng)
Ingredients
- 500 grams beef
- Coconut milk (can use 1 pack of Kara or 1/2 grated coconut)
- 12 cloves shallots (6 cloves for fried shallots)
- 8-10 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cabbage
- 2 tomatoes
- 5 scallions
- 6 cm turmeric
- 5 cm ginger
- 6 cm galangal
- 3 bay leaves
- 3 kaffir lime leaves
- 1 teaspoon candlenuts
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
- Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- 2 red chilies
- 10 bird’s eye chilies (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- 1 packet of seasoning powder
- Ground white pepper
Instructions
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Prepare the Beef:
- Wash the beef thoroughly and cut it into small, bite-sized pieces according to your preference.
- Place the beef pieces into a pot of boiling water and cook until the meat is tender.
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Prepare the Spice Paste:
- In a mortar and pestle or a food processor, blend the garlic, shallots, turmeric, candlenuts, coriander seeds, and red chilies until smooth.
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Sauté the Spice Paste:
- Heat a little oil in a pan. Sauté the blended spice paste along with bay leaves, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, ginger, whole bird’s eye chilies, and ground white pepper until the mixture becomes fragrant.
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Prepare the Vegetables:
- Slice the tomatoes lengthwise. Cut the cabbage and scallions according to your preference.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Add the sautéed spice mixture into the pot with the tender beef. Stir well to combine.
- Add the cabbage, scallions, tomatoes, and coconut milk to the pot. Stir until well mixed.
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Seasoning:
- Add salt, sweet soy sauce, and seasoning powder to the pot. Adjust the taste according to your preference.
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Final Steps:
- Allow the mixture to boil and let the flavors meld together. Once the dish has reached your desired taste and consistency, it is ready to be served.
- Serve the Tongseng Daging Sapi hot, garnished with fried shallots.
Enjoy the rich and aromatic flavors of Tongseng Daging Sapi, a beloved Indonesian dish that brings warmth and comfort to your dining table.
