Sayur Asem-Asem Daging Sapi: A Savory Indonesian Beef and Vegetable Stew
Ingredients
- 300 grams beef, boiled and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 350 grams green beans, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 liter beef broth
- For Sautéing:
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 shallots, sliced thinly
- 6 green large chilies
- 3 red bird’s eye chilies (adjust to taste)
- 7 pieces of petai (stinky beans), optional
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 cm galangal, sliced
- Additional Seasonings:
- 50 grams palm sugar, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
- 2 green tomatoes, quartered
- 5-6 tamarind pods
- 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce
- Sugar, instant broth or seasoning, to taste
Steps
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Sauté the Aromatics:
Begin by heating a little oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Next, incorporate the sliced shallots, green large chilies, and red bird’s eye chilies. Continue to sauté until the mixture becomes aromatic and the shallots are tender. -
Combine Ingredients:
Add the boiled beef pieces to the pan. Stir to combine with the sautéed mixture. Next, incorporate the additional seasonings: tamarind pods, green tomatoes, palm sugar, and sweet soy sauce. Stir well to ensure all the flavors meld together. -
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Add Broth and Vegetables:
Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, add the chopped green beans. Allow the stew to simmer until the green beans are tender and cooked through. -
Season to Taste:
Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with sugar, instant broth, or other seasonings to achieve the desired balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. -
Serve:
Once the vegetables are cooked and the flavors are well combined, remove the pot from heat. Serve hot, garnished with additional petai if desired.
This Sayur Asem-Asem Daging Sapi is a vibrant and flavorful Indonesian stew that combines tender beef with a deliciously tangy and spicy broth. Enjoy it with steamed rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
