Sweet and Spicy Beef by Aisyah
Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Daging Sapi Manis Pedas ala Aisyah, a delightful Indonesian dish that combines the rich taste of beef with the perfect balance of sweet and spicy notes. Here’s how you can recreate this culinary delight at home!
Ingredients:
- 500 grams beef, sliced to your preference
- 10 red curly chilies
- 15 bird’s eye chilies (adjust more or less depending on your spice tolerance)
- 8 shallots
- 3 cloves garlic
- Coarse black pepper and coriander seeds to taste
- Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar (add more if you prefer it sweeter)
- 1 teaspoon beef seasoning (I use Masako)
Steps:
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Prepare the Beef:
- Slice the beef according to your desired thickness and wash it thoroughly.
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Prepare the Chilies and Spices:
- Slice the curly chilies and bird’s eye chilies. For those who love extra heat, feel free to add more bird’s eye chilies.
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Blend the Spices:
- Blend the shallots, garlic, coarse black pepper, and coriander seeds until smooth.
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Cook the Spices:
- Heat some oil in a pan and sauté the blended spices until fragrant. Add the sliced chilies and stir well.
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Add the Seasonings:
- Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients. Add sweet soy sauce, sugar, salt, and beef seasoning. Mix well.
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Cook the Beef:
- Add the sliced beef to the pan and let it simmer until the liquid reduces and the beef is tender and flavorful.
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Final Touches:
- Once the water has evaporated and the beef is well-coated with the sauce, your dish is ready to be served.
Enjoy this scrumptious Sweet and Spicy Beef with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes. Bon appétit! 🌶️🍛
Happy Cooking!
