Spicy Indonesian Beef Serundeng with Coconut

Ragi/Serundeng Daging Sapi Recipe

Ragi, also known as Serundeng, is a traditional Indonesian dish made with beef and flavored with aromatic spices, fresh coconut, and a blend of seasonings. This recipe for Ragi/Serundeng Daging Sapi combines succulent beef with a rich, spiced coconut coating to create a flavorful and hearty meal. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

• 500 grams beef (daging sapi)
• 2 young coconuts (Kelapa muda)
• Bay leaves (Daun Salam)
• Galangal (Lengkuas)
• Papaya leaves (Daun pepaya)
• Spice Blend (Bumbu Halus):
  • 1 tablespoon coriander seeds (Ketumbar)
  • 8 cloves garlic (Bawang putih)
  • 4 candlenuts (Kemiri)
• Palm sugar (Gula Jawa), to taste
• Granulated sugar (Gula pasir), to taste
• Salt (Garam), to taste
• Flavor enhancer (Penyedap rasa), to taste
• Tamarind (Asam Jawa), to taste

Steps:

1. Prepare the Beef:

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   • Wrap the beef pieces in papaya leaves and let them marinate for a while. This helps tenderize the meat.
   • After marinating, cut the beef into bite-sized pieces.

2. Make the Spice Blend:

   • Toast the coriander seeds in a dry pan until fragrant, then grind them into a fine powder.
   • Blend the garlic and candlenuts with the ground coriander until you get a smooth paste. Set this aside.

3. Combine Ingredients:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef pieces, the spice paste, grated coconut, and a small amount of water. Massage the mixture to allow the coconut milk and spices to evenly coat the beef.

4. Cook the Mixture:

   • Add additional water as needed and toss in the bay leaves and sliced galangal.
   • Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally. As it cooks, the liquid will reduce.
   • Once the liquid starts to reduce, lower the heat and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture becomes dry and the beef is well-coated with the spice and coconut mixture.

5. Season to Taste:

   • Add palm sugar, granulated sugar, salt, and flavor enhancer according to your taste. Adjust the balance of sweetness and saltiness to your preference.
   • Add tamarind as needed to achieve the desired tanginess.

6. Serve:

   • Once the mixture is dry and the beef is fully cooked, remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish.
   • Enjoy your Ragi/Serundeng Daging Sapi with steamed rice or as a flavorful accompaniment to other dishes.

This traditional Ragi/Serundeng Daging Sapi is a delightful combination of textures and flavors, featuring tender beef enveloped in a spicy, coconut coating that’s sure to impress. Perfect for special occasions or a satisfying meal any time of the year!