Certainly! Here’s a revised version of the recipe for Sapi Asam Pedas (Spicy and Sour Beef) for the Love With Recipes site:
Sapi Asam Pedas (Spicy and Sour Beef)
Ingredients
- 750 grams beef (choose cuts with some fat for added flavor)
- 10 green beans (or long beans; I used green beans)
- A handful of whole bird’s eye chilies
- 2 stalks lemongrass
For the Spice Paste:
- 15 shallots
- 4 red curly chilies
- A thumb-sized piece of turmeric
- 20 bird’s eye chilies
- 3 tomatoes
- A pinch of shrimp paste
- Salt, sugar, mushroom broth powder to taste
Steps:
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Prepare the Spice Paste: In a blender or food processor, combine shallots, red curly chilies, turmeric, bird’s eye chilies, tomatoes, and shrimp paste. Blend until smooth to create a fragrant spice paste.
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Sauté the Spice Paste: Heat a bit of oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste, whole bird’s eye chilies, and lemongrass. Sauté until the paste becomes aromatic and the oil begins to separate.
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Cook the Beef: Add the beef to the pan and stir to combine with the spice paste. Cook for a few minutes until the beef is well-coated with the paste.
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Add Liquid and Seasonings: Pour in enough water to cover the beef. Season with salt, sugar, and mushroom broth powder to taste. Stir well and bring to a boil.
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Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the beef simmer until tender. This may take around 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on the cut of beef used.
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Add Green Beans: Once the beef is tender, add the green beans to the pan. Stir to combine and cook until the beans are tender.
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Adjust the Flavor: Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. If you prefer a more tangy flavor, you can add tamarind water to taste.
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Serve: Once the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together, remove from heat. Serve the Sapi Asam Pedas hot with steamed rice.
Enjoy your spicy and tangy beef dish, perfect for adding a flavorful twist to your meal!
Feel free to adjust the recipe based on your taste preferences or ingredient availability.