Spicy Black Pepper Beef Ribs

Ingredients

• 500 grams beef short ribs (tetelan sapi)
• 1 1/2 medium onions, thinly sliced
• 5 green chilies, sliced
• 5 red chilies, sliced
• 3 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 tomatoes, cut into wedges
• 3 sachets sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 200 ml beef broth
• Salt, to taste
• Sugar, to taste
• Cooking oil, as needed

For the Spice Paste:

• 4 shallots
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 pieces ginger, each about 2 inches long

Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef:

   • Begin by boiling the beef short ribs in water until they become tender. Once cooked, reserve 200 ml of the beef broth for later use.

2. Make the Spice Paste:

   • In a blender or food processor, combine the shallots, garlic, and ginger. Blend until smooth to create the spice paste.

3. Sauté Aromatics:

   • Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sliced onions to the pan. Sauté until fragrant and the onions become translucent.

4. Add Chilies:

   • Add the sliced green and red chilies to the pan. Stir well to combine with the aromatics.

5. Combine Beef and Broth:

   • Add the tender beef short ribs and the reserved beef broth to the pan. Stir until well mixed and bring to a boil.

6. Season the Dish:

   • Stir in the sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, ground black pepper, salt, and sugar. Mix thoroughly. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer gently. Occasionally stir to ensure the beef absorbs the flavors.

7. Finish with Tomatoes:

   • Once the beef is well-seasoned and tender, add the tomato wedges. Stir gently to combine. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

8. Serve:

   • Your Black Pepper Beef Short Ribs is now ready to be served. Enjoy this hearty dish with steamed rice or your favorite side.

This Black Pepper Beef Short Ribs (Tetelan Daging Sapi Lada Hitam) offers a rich and flavorful experience with its perfectly seasoned beef and aromatic spice paste, making it an ideal dish for any occasion.