Sweet and Spicy Soy Beef Meatballs

Spicy Sweet Soy Beef Meatballs (Baso Sapi Kecap Pedas)

Ingredients:

• 10 pre-cooked beef meatballs
• 3 cloves garlic
• 3 red curly chilies
• 7 green bird’s eye chilies
• Cooking oil
• Water
• 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• A pinch of sugar
• Salt, to taste
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Meatballs: Cut each beef meatball into four pieces. Briefly fry them in hot oil until lightly browned, then set aside.

2. Prepare the Aromatics: Slice the garlic and chilies.

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3. Cook the Aromatics: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the garlic until fragrant, then add the sliced chilies. Continue to cook until the chilies release their aroma.

4. Combine Ingredients: Add the fried meatballs to the pan. Stir well to coat the meatballs with the garlic and chilies.

5. Add Flavorings: Pour in the sweet soy sauce and a splash of water. Stir to combine.

6. Season and Simmer: Add the ground black pepper, sugar, and salt. Mix thoroughly and let the mixture simmer until it starts to bubble.

7. Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Once the meatballs are well-coated and the sauce has thickened slightly, remove from heat.

8. Serve: Transfer the spicy sweet soy beef meatballs to a serving dish and enjoy.

This recipe combines the savory richness of beef meatballs with the bold flavors of sweet soy sauce and spicy chilies, creating a deliciously balanced dish that’s sure to please.