Savory Indonesian Black Pepper Beef Stir-Fry

Sapi Lada Hitam (Indonesian Black Pepper Beef)

Ingredients:

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• 500 grams of beef, thinly sliced
• For the Spice Paste:
  • 1 teaspoon whole black pepper (not ground)
  • 7 cloves garlic
  • 7 shallots
• Additional Ingredients:
  • 2 large red chilies, sliced
  • 10 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • Sugar and salt to taste
  • 7 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 1 liter water

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef: Start by cleaning the beef thoroughly and slicing it thinly according to your preference.

2. Make the Spice Paste: Blend the garlic, shallots, and whole black pepper together with 1 teaspoon of salt until smooth.

3. Sauté the Spice Paste: Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant. Be sure to stir frequently to prevent the paste from burning.

4. Cook the Chilies: Once the spice paste is aromatic, add the sliced red chilies to the pan. Sauté them briefly, stirring continuously to avoid burning.

5. Add Sauces and Beef: Stir in the sweet soy sauce and oyster sauce. Add the sliced beef to the pan, mixing well to ensure that the beef is evenly coated with the spices and sauces. Cook for about 5 minutes.

6. Simmer: Pour in the water and add sugar to taste. Stir everything well, then cover the pan. Let the dish simmer on low heat for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the sauce has reduced. Make sure to stir occasionally to prevent sticking and burning.

7. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt or sugar if needed. If the black pepper flavor is not strong enough, you can add a bit of ground black pepper at this stage.

8. Serve: Once the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove the pan from heat. Serve the Sapi Lada Hitam hot with steamed rice.

Tips: If the dish is cooked but you feel the black pepper flavor is lacking, you can add a little ground black pepper to enhance the flavor.

Enjoy your aromatic and spicy Sapi Lada Hitam! This dish pairs wonderfully with a bowl of warm rice and is sure to be a hit with anyone who loves bold flavors.