Selat Solo Daging Sapi ala Mama Valen: A Traditional Solo-Style Beef Dish
Ingredients:
- 5 carrots, cut into sticks and boiled
- 5 potatoes, diced and fried, lightly salted
- Lettuce, to taste
- 500 grams ground beef
- 5 hard-boiled eggs
- 3 tomatoes, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 onion, sliced
- 6 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 500 ml water
- Sugar, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Steps:
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Prepare the Beef Balls:
- Mix the ground beef with all-purpose flour, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, similar in size to bite-sized portions.
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Sauté Aromatics:
- In a pan, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped garlic and sliced onion, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
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Simmer the Sauce:
- Add the sweet soy sauce and soy sauce to the pan, stirring well. Allow the mixture to come to a boil. Once boiling, pour in the water and add the diced tomatoes. Continue to cook until the sauce starts to simmer.
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Cook the Meatballs and Eggs:
- Gently add the prepared meatballs and hard-boiled eggs into the sauce. Let them cook until the meatballs are fully cooked and the flavors have melded together.
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Season and Adjust:
- Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with sugar, salt, and pepper as needed. Once the flavor is well-balanced, turn off the heat.
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Assemble and Serve:
- Arrange the boiled carrot sticks, fried potatoes, and lettuce on a serving platter. Top with the meatballs and hard-boiled eggs, then ladle the rich sauce over the top.
Enjoy the traditional Solo-style beef dish with its rich, flavorful sauce and a variety of fresh, crunchy vegetables. This recipe is perfect for a hearty meal that’s sure to impress family and friends.
