Ingredients
- 300 grams of dendeng sapi (dried beef)
- 10 red chilies
- 5 bird’s eye chilies
- 5 cloves of garlic
- 2 shallots
- Seasoning to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Beef: Slice the dried beef (dendeng sapi) into small pieces. Heat oil in a pan and briefly fry the beef slices until they are slightly crispy. Remove and drain the excess oil.
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Blend the Spices: In a blender or mortar and pestle, grind together the red chilies, bird’s eye chilies, garlic, and shallots until you achieve a smooth paste.
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Sauté the Spices: Heat some oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the blended spice mixture and sauté until the aroma is released and the spices become fragrant.
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Combine and Season: Add the fried beef slices to the pan with the sautéed spices. Season with your preferred amount of seasoning. Stir well to ensure that the beef is evenly coated with the spicy mixture.
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Serve: Once everything is thoroughly mixed and heated through, your Dendeng Sapi Balado is ready to be served.
Enjoy this flavorful dish with steamed rice or as part of a larger meal. Its combination of spicy heat and savory beef is sure to delight your taste buds.