Spicy Sweet Soy Beef Shank

Spicy Sweet Soy Beef (Daging Sapi Masak Kecap Pedas)

Ingredients:

• 1/2 kg beef shank
• 5 shallots
• 4 cloves garlic
• 3 stalks lemongrass
• 4 cm ginger
• 5 red chili peppers (bird’s eye chili)
• 2 green tomatoes
• Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• Salt
• Granulated sugar
• Seasoning (penyedap)
• Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (kecap asin)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Beef:

   • Begin by boiling the beef shank in water until tender. Once cooked, set it aside.

2. Prepare the Aromatics:

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   • Slice the shallots and garlic thinly.
   • Smash the lemongrass stalks to release their flavor.
   • Chop the red chili peppers into small pieces.
   • Dice the green tomatoes.

3. Cook the Aromatics:

   • Heat some oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced shallots, garlic, and smashed lemongrass. Sauté until fragrant and softened.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • Add the diced tomatoes and chopped chili peppers to the pan. Cook until the tomatoes start to break down.

5. Add the Beef:

   • Add the previously boiled beef shank to the pan, stirring to combine with the aromatic mixture.

6. Season the Dish:

   • Season with salt, black pepper, granulated sugar, and seasoning mix (penyedap).
   • Add sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), soy sauce (kecap asin), and oyster sauce. Stir well to coat the beef evenly.

7. Simmer and Finish:

   • Pour in some beef broth or water as needed to create a sauce. Allow the dish to simmer until the flavors meld and the sauce has reduced to your desired consistency.

8. Serve:

   • Once the sauce is well-reduced and the beef is thoroughly coated with the rich, spicy sauce, remove from heat. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish if desired.

9. Enjoy:

   • Serve hot with steamed rice or your preferred side.

Note: The sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) adds a rich sweetness to the dish, while the soy sauce (kecap asin) and oyster sauce enhance the umami flavor. For an extra boost of flavor, consider using high-quality soy sauce brands like “2 Angsa” and “Kecap Ikan” for an aromatic touch.

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