Spicy Indonesian Beef Leg Curry (Gulai Tunjang) Recipe

Gulai Tunjang / Kaki Sapi: A Traditional Indonesian Delicacy

Ingredients:

• 1/2 kg beef leg (kaki sapi), cut into 6 pieces
• 1 coconut, grated
• Water, as needed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 beef-flavored bouillon block (maigi)

Ground Spices:

• 8 cloves garlic
• 10 shallots
• 10 red curly chilies
• 1 inch turmeric
• 1 inch ginger
• 2 inches galangal
• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
• 1 nutmeg seed
• 1 candlenut
• 1/2 nutmeg
• 3 cloves
• 1 star anise
• 3 pieces of star anise

Herbs:

• 1 bay leaf
• 1 turmeric leaf
• 3 kaffir lime leaves
• 2 stalks lemongrass

Instructions:

1. Preparation:

   • Thoroughly wash the beef leg pieces (kaki sapi) and set aside.

2. Pre-cooking the Beef:

   • In a pressure cooker, cook the beef leg with 4 bay leaves and grated coconut water for about 1 hour. For a softer texture that appeals to children and your family, cook for 1.5 hours until tender.

3. Blending Spices:

   • While the beef is cooking, blend all the ground spices into a smooth paste. Use a little water to help blend if necessary.

4. Extracting Coconut Milk:

   • Squeeze the grated coconut to extract the milk, using three rounds of squeezing to get thick coconut milk.

5. Cooking the Gulai:

   • In a large pot, bring the coconut milk and the ground spice paste to a boil over low heat. Add the bay leaf, turmeric leaf, kaffir lime leaves, and lemongrass stalks to the pot.

6. Adding the Beef:

   • Once the coconut milk is boiling, add the pre-cooked beef leg pieces to the pot. Let it simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the flavors meld together.

7. Seasoning:

   • When the sauce starts to separate and the oil floats on top, add salt and the beef bouillon block. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

8. Finishing Touch:

   • Remove from heat and serve hot. Your Gulai Tunjang is ready to enjoy with steamed rice or warm bread.

A Family Favorite: This dish has quickly become a hit with the kids, who love the spicy flavor and tender texture. The rich spices and tender beef create a comforting and delicious meal that everyone will love. Enjoy your culinary journey with this flavorful Indonesian delicacy!