Bakso Sapi (Blender Method) Recipe
Discover the delightful flavors of Bakso Sapi, a traditional Indonesian beef meatball dish made easy with a blender. Perfect for a comforting meal, this recipe provides detailed instructions for creating tender meatballs and a savory broth. Serve with your favorite noodles, sauces, and garnishes for a complete and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 250 grams beef chuck or beef sirloin (trimmed of any fat)
- 35 grams crushed ice (2-3 small ice cubes)
- 1 egg white
- 3 tablespoons tapioca flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cloves garlic, fried and minced
For the Broth:
- 1300 ml reserved meatball cooking water
- 5 cloves garlic, fried and minced
- Salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 1-2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- A handful of beef tendon (optional)
To Serve:
- Noodles or vermicelli
- Chili sauce
- Soy sauce
- Sweet soy sauce
- Fried shallots
- Wontons or crackers
Instructions
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Prepare the Meatballs:
- Finely chop the beef, ensuring that there is no fat attached, as fat can clog the blender blades.
- Place the chopped beef in a blender. Add the crushed ice and blend until the mixture is smooth and well-combined. This step helps to ensure the meatballs have a nice, smooth texture.
- Once blended, add the egg white and blend briefly to mix.
- Add the tapioca flour, fried garlic, ground black pepper, and salt. Blend until the mixture is homogeneous.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl. If the mixture is too sticky, add a little more tapioca flour and mix well.
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Shape the Meatballs:
- Prepare a bowl with ice water.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil.
- Form the beef mixture into small balls and drop them into the boiling water. Cook until the meatballs float to the surface. Let them cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the meatballs with a slotted spoon and immediately place them into the bowl of ice water. This cooling process helps to firm up the meatballs and gives them a chewy texture.
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Prepare the Broth:
- In a separate pot, use the water left from cooking the meatballs to make the broth. This water is flavorful and rich.
- Add the minced fried garlic to the pot.
- Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
- If using beef tendon, add it to the broth.
- Simmer for a few minutes, then add the sliced green onions. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
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Assemble and Serve:
- In serving bowls, place noodles or vermicelli. Add a few meatballs to each bowl.
- Pour the hot broth over the meatballs and noodles.
- Garnish with fried shallots.
- Serve with optional accompaniments such as chili sauce, soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, and fried wontons or crackers.
Enjoy your homemade Bakso Sapi with all the delightful accompaniments for a truly satisfying meal. Selamat mencoba!
