Indonesian Sweet and Spicy Beef Stir-Fry

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:

1. Prepare the Beef:

   • Slice the beef according to your desired thickness and wash it thoroughly.

2. 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.

3. Blend the Spices:

   • Blend the shallots, garlic, coarse black pepper, and coriander seeds until smooth.

4. Cook the Spices:

   • Heat some oil in a pan and sauté the blended spices until fragrant. Add the sliced chilies and stir well.

5. Add the Seasonings:

   • Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients. Add sweet soy sauce, sugar, salt, and beef seasoning. Mix well.

6. 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.

7. 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!