Spicy Coconut Beef with Green and Red Chilies

Sapi Santan Cabai Hijau (Beef in Coconut Milk with Green Chili)

Ingredients:

• 500 grams of minced beef
• 25 green chilies, diced
• 10 red chilies, diced
• 4 slices of ginger
• 3 slices of galangal
• 3 bay leaves
• 2 stalks of lemongrass
• 8 cloves of garlic
• 12 shallots
• 2 tablespoons of tauco (fermented soybean paste)
• Sugar, salt, and flavor enhancer to taste
• A pinch of palm sugar
• A splash of sweet soy sauce
• 2.5 liters of coconut milk from 2 coconuts
• 250 ml Kara coconut cream
• Fried emping (melinjo crackers) for garnish

Steps:

1. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pan, sauté the shallots until fragrant and slightly caramelized. Add the galangal slices and continue to stir until well combined.

2. Add the Spices and Chilies: Incorporate the garlic, red chilies, green chilies, bay leaves, and lemongrass into the pan. Stir-fry these ingredients until they release their aromas.

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3. Incorporate Tauco and Palm Sugar: Add the tauco and a pinch of palm sugar to the pan. Stir well to mix all the flavors.

4. Cook the Beef: Add the minced beef to the pan. Stir-fry until the beef changes color and most of the liquid evaporates. Pour in a splash of sweet soy sauce and stir to combine.

5. Add the Coconut Milk: Pour in the thinner coconut milk (most of the 2.5 liters) and bring the mixture to a boil. Continue to cook until the liquid reduces slightly.

6. Finish with Coconut Cream: Add the thicker coconut cream (250 ml Kara) to the pan. If the consistency is not thick enough, you can add an additional sachet of Kara instant coconut cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then turn off the heat.

7. Serve: Serve the dish hot, garnished with fried emping (melinjo crackers) for an added crunch.

Enjoy the rich and aromatic flavors of Sapi Santan Cabai Hijau, a delightful Indonesian dish that brings a touch of tropical warmth to your table. Perfect for a hearty family meal, this recipe combines the creamy richness of coconut milk with the spicy kick of chilies and the savory depth of tauco, making it a truly unique and flavorful experience.