Spicy Beef Tendon Soup (Sop Tetelan Sapi Pedas)
Ingredients
- 150 grams beef tendon
- 700 ml water
- 1 carrot, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 green tomato, quartered
- 1/2 red tomato, quartered
- 1 stalk green onion, chopped
- 1 stalk celery
- 1 inch ginger, crushed
- 1/4 whole nutmeg
- 8 red bird’s eye chilies, crushed
- 4 green chilies, crushed
- Salt and beef-flavored bouillon powder to taste
- Fried shallots for garnish
For the spice paste:
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 shallots
Preparation Steps
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Boil the Beef Tendon: Place the beef tendon in a pot with 700 ml of water. Bring it to a boil and cook until the beef tendon becomes tender. Add the crushed ginger and whole nutmeg during the boiling process to infuse the flavors.
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Prepare the Spice Paste: Blend the garlic and shallots into a smooth paste.
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Sauté the Spice Paste: Heat a small amount of oil in a pan and sauté the spice paste until it becomes fragrant and aromatic.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the sautéed spice paste to the pot with the beef tendon. Stir well to mix the flavors.
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Cook the Vegetables: Add the carrot pieces to the pot and cook until they become slightly tender.
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Season the Soup: Season the soup with salt and beef-flavored bouillon powder according to your taste preferences.
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Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the quartered green tomato, crushed red bird’s eye chilies, crushed green chilies, chopped green onion, and celery to the pot. Cook for a short while until the soup reaches a boil and all ingredients are well integrated.
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Final Touch: Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Remove the soup from heat.
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Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fried shallots for an extra burst of flavor. For a fresh, zesty finish, add a squeeze of lime juice.
Enjoy your Spicy Beef Tendon Soup, a delightful combination of tender beef tendons, fresh vegetables, and a spicy kick that warms your heart!
