Title: Indonesian Beef Short Rib Soup (Sop Iga Sapi)
Ingredients:
- 1 kg beef short ribs
- 5 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, sliced
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 5 cloves garlic
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1/4 nutmeg, grated
- Salt to taste
- Flavor enhancer (optional), to taste
- Sugar to taste
- Fried shallots, for garnish
Instructions:
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Prepare the Spice Blend: Begin by finely grinding the garlic, black pepper, and grated nutmeg together to create a fragrant spice paste.
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Prepare the Beef: Clean the beef short ribs and briefly boil them in water. Discard the water to remove any impurities. Refill the pot with fresh water and return the beef to the pot, cooking until the meat is tender.
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Cook the Spices: In a separate pan, sautΓ© the spice paste until it releases a delightful aroma.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the sautΓ©ed spice paste to the pot with the beef. Stir well to combine.
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Add Vegetables: Incorporate the sliced carrots and potatoes into the pot. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
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Season the Soup: Adjust the flavor by adding sugar, salt, and flavor enhancer (if using). Adjust the ground black pepper according to your taste preference. Then, add the sliced tomato to the pot.
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Finish with Green Onions: Once everything is cooked through and flavors are well blended, stir in the sliced green onions.
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Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fried shallots. Your delicious Indonesian beef short rib soup is now ready to enjoy!
This recipe provides a hearty and flavorful dish that showcases the rich flavors of traditional Indonesian cuisine. Perfect for warming up on a chilly day or sharing with loved ones, Sop Iga Sapi is sure to delight your taste buds.
