How to Make Beef Rendang - A Step-by-Step Guide

Beef Rendang is a popular Indonesian dish that is known for its rich and complex flavors. It is a slow-cooked beef dish that is simmered in a flavorful and aromatic coconut milk sauce, resulting in tender and succulent meat that is bursting with spicy and savory flavors. This dish is a staple in Indonesian cuisine and is often served during special occasions and celebrations.

Beef Rendang is believed to have originated from the Minangkabau ethnic group in the West Sumatra province of ...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup mild olive oil
  • 4 shallots
  • 1 mild red chile pepper, seeds removed, or to taste
  • 3 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons shrimp paste
  • 1 2-inch piece fresh lemongrass
  • 1 2-inch piece fresh ginger root
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ¾ cup coconut milk, or as needed
  • ⅓ cup palm sugar
  • 4 makrut lime leaves
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt, or to taste
  • 2 teaspoons ground white pepper
  • 2 ¼ pounds beef sirloin, cubed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 1 recipe

  • Blend olive oil, shallots, chile pepper, garlic, shrimp paste, lemon grass, ginger root, and turmeric together in the bowl of a food processor until smooth paste forms, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Heat paste in a large saucepan over medium heat until very fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add coconut milk, palm sugar, lime leaves, cinnamon, cloves, sea salt, and white pepper. Bring mixture to a boil and cook until thickened slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in beef; reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cook mixture until beef is tender and sauce is thick, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Remove lime leaves to serve.
  • Nutrition

    653 cal.

    • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 112mg
    • Sodium: 994mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 48g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 97mg
    • Iron: 16mg
    • Potassium: 939mg