Tongseng Daging Sapi Recipe
Ingredients:
- 250 grams beef, cut into cubes
- Spice Paste:
- 5 shallots
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 cm turmeric
- 1 cm ginger
- 3 candlenuts
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 3 dried red chilies
- Additional Spices:
- 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 onion, sliced
- Vegetables:
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 200 grams cabbage, shredded
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 2-3 bird’s eye chilies, sliced (optional)
- Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon palm sugar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- ½ packet coconut milk (about 200 ml)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Spice Paste: Begin by finely grinding the shallots, garlic, turmeric, ginger, candlenuts, coriander, pepper, and dried red chilies until a smooth paste is formed.
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Sauté the Spice Paste: Heat a small amount of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
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Add Additional Spices: Incorporate the bruised lemongrass, bay leaves, and sliced onion into the pot. Stir well to combine.
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Cook the Beef: Add the beef cubes to the pot. Cook until the beef is browned on all sides. Pour in 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer until the beef is tender, which will take approximately 1 hour.
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Season the Dish: Stir in the salt, soy sauce, palm sugar, and granulated sugar. Continue cooking until the beef is fully tender and the flavors meld together.
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Add Coconut Milk: Pour in the coconut milk and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and reduce slightly.
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Incorporate Vegetables: Add the chopped tomato, shredded cabbage, chopped celery, and bird’s eye chilies (if using). Mix well and cook until the vegetables are tender.
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Final Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
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Serve: Serve the Tongseng Daging Sapi warm, ideally with steamed rice. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful dish!
This Tongseng Daging Sapi is a delicious and aromatic beef stew that combines spicy and savory flavors with a creamy coconut milk base. It’s perfect for a comforting meal any day of the week.
