Indonesian Beef recipes

Spicy Sautéed Beef Fat with Ginger & Chilies

Published
Sep 22, 2024
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2 min
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Ingredients:

Main Ingredients:

  • Beef fat (lemak sapi)

Sliced Ingredients:

  • 4 shallots
  • 1/2 onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 4 large green chilies
  • 1 large red chili
  • 2 bird’s eye chilies (cabe rawit setan)

Additional Ingredients:

  • A piece of ginger, smashed
  • Nutmeg to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Flavor enhancer to taste
  • Cooking oil (such as barco) for sautéing
  • Beef broth (kuah kaldu sapi) as needed

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Beef Fat: Rinse the beef fat thoroughly. Boil in water until cooked through, then discard the cooking water. Boil again until the fat is tender, then drain. Cut the beef fat into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

  2. Sauté the Aromatics: Slice all the ingredients specified for slicing. Heat a pan with a sufficient amount of cooking oil. Sauté the sliced shallots, onion, garlic, green chilies, red chili, and bird’s eye chilies until they release their fragrant aroma.

  3. Add Spices and Broth: Add the smashed ginger and nutmeg to the pan. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil, allowing the flavors to meld together.

  4. Combine Ingredients: Add the beef fat pieces to the pan. Season with salt and flavor enhancer to taste. Stir well to ensure the beef fat is evenly coated with the spices and sauce. Continue cooking until everything is well combined and heated through.

  5. Final Adjustments: Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

  6. Serve: Transfer the dish to a serving bowl. Serve hot and enjoy!

This recipe highlights the rich flavors of beef fat, complemented by aromatic spices and chilies, making it a savory delight for any meal.