Spicy Indonesian Beef Tendons Stir-Fry

Oseng Pipi Sapi Recipe: A Flavorful Indonesian Delight

Ingredients:

• 1 kg beef tendons (cooked until tender and cut into cubes)
• 8 red shallots, finely sliced
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 4 green tomatoes, quartered
• 6 red bird’s eye chilies, chopped
• 6 large green chilies, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fish paste (petis ikan)
• 2 tablespoons Tropicana Slim sweet soy sauce
• 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 kaffir lime leaves
• 1 thumb-sized piece of galangal, bruised
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, bruised
• Seasoning (optional)
• 2 drops sucralose (optional, for sweetness)
• Coconut oil for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef Tendons:
   Begin by cooking the beef tendons in boiling water until they become tender. Once tender, cut them into bite-sized cubes and set aside.

2. Sauté the Aromatics:
   Heat a generous amount of coconut oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the finely sliced red shallots and minced garlic, sautéing until they become fragrant and golden brown. Introduce the sliced onion to the pan, cooking until it softens and becomes translucent.

3. Add the Vegetables and Chilies:
   Incorporate the quartered green tomatoes, chopped red bird’s eye chilies, and chopped green chilies into the pan. Continue to sauté until the vegetables are tender and aromatic.

4. Infuse with Herbs and Spices:
   Add the bruised lemongrass, galangal, ginger, kaffir lime leaves, and bay leaves to the pan. Stir everything together, allowing the spices and herbs to release their essential oils and flavors.

5. Season the Dish:
   Stir in the fish paste and Tropicana Slim sweet soy sauce. If using, add the seasoning to taste and adjust the sweetness with a few drops of sucralose, if desired. Since the fish paste is already quite salty, additional salt may not be necessary.

6. Combine with Beef Tendons:
   Mix the tender beef tendons into the pan, ensuring they are well coated with the aromatic sauce. Stir everything together until the beef is fully integrated with the other ingredients.

7. Final Adjustments:
   Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

8. Serve:
   Once everything is well combined and heated through, turn off the heat. Your Oseng Pipi Sapi is now ready to be served.

This flavorful Indonesian dish pairs wonderfully with steamed rice, making it a hearty and satisfying meal. Enjoy the rich combination of spices and tender beef tendons in every bite!