Beef Rendang
Beef Rendang is a rich and flavorful Indonesian dish made with tender beef, aromatic spices, and coconut milk.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Water - 1 cup
- Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - To taste
- Brown sugar - 2 tablespoons
- Chili powder - 1 tablespoon
- Cumin powder - 1 tablespoon
- Coriander powder - 1 tablespoon
- Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon
- Kaffir lime leaves - 5 leaves
- Galangal - 2-inch piece, sliced
- Lemongrass - 2 stalks, bruised
- Coconut milk - 2 cans (400 ml each)
- Beef - 1 kg, cubed
Let's Get Started
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves. Sauté for a few minutes until fragrant.
- Add the beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, chili powder, brown sugar, and salt.
- Add the spice mixture to the pot and stir well to coat the beef.
- Pour in the coconut milk and water. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Remove the lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves before serving.
- Serve the Beef Rendang hot with steamed rice or flatbread.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 2g