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

Malaysian Beef Rendang is a rich and fragrant dish that hails from Malaysia, and is one of the country's most popular culinary exports. This traditional recipe incorporates a myriad of spices, creating a complex and deeply flavorful curry that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Rendang is often served during special occasions and celebrations, and is a beloved dish that is a symbol of Malaysian cuisine's cultural richness and diversity.

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Ingredients

  • ⅜ pound shallots
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 15 dried red chile peppers
  • 5 slices fresh ginger root
  • 5 lemon grass, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons coriander seeds
  • 2 teaspoons fennel seeds
  • 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
  • 1 pinch grated nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 ¼ pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 cups shredded coconut
  • 5 whole cloves
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 ⅔ cups coconut milk
  • ⅞ cup water
  • salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat the coconut in a dry wok, stirring continuously until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
  • Using a blender or a food processor, blend the shallots, garlic, chilies, ginger, and lemon grass to a thick paste.
  • Grind the coriander, fennel, cumin and nutmeg.
  • Using the wok, fry the shallot paste in a little oil for a few minutes. Add the ground coriander, fennel, cumin and nutmeg; cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring continuously. Add beef; cook over a medium heat for a further 3 to 4 minutes, or until meat is browned.
  • Stir in sugar, coconut, cloves, cinnamon stick, coconut milk , and water. Bring to a boil, lower heat, and simmer until most of the liquid has gone and the meat is tender (about 1 hour). Season with salt to taste.
  • Nutrition

    654 cal.

    • Total Fat: 55g
    • Saturated Fat: 37g
    • Cholesterol: 63mg
    • Sodium: 83mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 80mg
    • Iron: 8mg
    • Potassium: 874mg