Savory Black Pepper Beef Stew: d’cost-Inspired Recipe

Black Pepper Beef (d’cost Style) Recipe

This Black Pepper Beef recipe, inspired by the renowned d’cost restaurant, features tender chunks of beef cooked with aromatic spices and a rich, flavorful sauce. Perfect for a hearty meal, this dish combines fresh ingredients with bold flavors for a satisfying dining experience. Follow these steps to recreate this beloved dish at home.

Ingredients:

• 100 grams fresh beef, cut into bite-sized cubes
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
• 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
• 1/3 of a medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 red chilies, sliced (or bell peppers as a substitute)
• Salt, to taste
• Soy sauce, to taste
• 2 centimeters ginger, bruised
• 200 ml water (for simmering the beef)
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef:
   Cut the fresh beef into cubes, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking.

2. Simmer the Beef:
   In a pot, combine the beef with minced garlic, bruised ginger, bay leaves, lemongrass, and a pinch of salt. Add 200 ml of water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer until the beef becomes tender. This step may take some time depending on the cut of beef used.

3. Season the Beef:
   Once the beef is tender, add soy sauce and oyster sauce to the pot. Allow the flavors to meld together by simmering for a few more minutes until the beef absorbs the sauce.

4. Prepare the Spices:
   While the beef is cooking, toast the black peppercorns in a dry pan until fragrant, then grind them into a coarse powder. Chop the onion and slice the red chilies (or bell peppers).

5. Combine Ingredients:
   When the beef is well-seasoned and tender, stir in the chopped onion, sliced red chilies, and ground black pepper. Mix well and cook until the onions become translucent and the chilies are tender. If necessary, add a bit more water to reach your desired sauce consistency.

6. Final Touches:
   Adjust the seasoning with salt and soy sauce to taste. Continue cooking until the sauce is thickened and well-coated on the beef.

7. Serve:
   Your Black Pepper Beef is now ready to be served. Enjoy this flavorful dish with steamed rice or as part of a larger meal.

This recipe brings the essence of d’cost’s Black Pepper Beef right to your kitchen, delivering a dish that’s both satisfying and flavorful.