Spicy Beef Semur Recipe
Ingredients:
- 600 grams beef (cubed)
- Sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis Bango) to taste
- 5 red bird’s eye chilies
- 2 candlenuts
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 cloves
- 1 nutmeg seed
- 2 red onions
- 3 garlic cloves
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beef: Begin by boiling the cubed beef in water until tender. This process may take some time, depending on the toughness of the meat. Once tender, drain the beef and set aside.
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Spice Blend Preparation: While the beef is cooking, prepare the spice blend. In a mortar and pestle or food processor, grind together the black pepper, candlenuts, salt, red onions, and garlic cloves until you have a smooth paste.
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Cook the Spices: In a large pot, heat a little oil and add the cloves, nutmeg seed, and sliced red bird’s eye chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the ground spice paste to the pot and stir well to combine with the aromatic spices. Cook for a few minutes until the spices release their aroma.
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Add Beef and Sweet Soy Sauce: Incorporate the boiled beef into the pot. Pour in the sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis) to taste, and mix well. Season with additional salt if needed.
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Simmer: Allow the mixture to simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the beef well. The flavors should meld together, and the sauce should become rich and glossy.
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Serve: Once the sauce has reduced to your desired consistency and the beef is well coated, remove from heat. Serve the spicy beef semur hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dishes.
This Spicy Beef Semur is a delightful dish, perfect for those who enjoy a robust and flavorful meal. The combination of aromatic spices and sweet soy sauce creates a savory sauce that complements the tender beef beautifully. Enjoy this dish as a hearty main course that brings warmth and spice to your dining table.
