Creamy Indonesian Soto Betawi
A Rich and Aromatic Beef Soup
Dive into the flavors of Indonesia with Soto Betawi, a creamy beef soup brimming with spices and herbs.
- 3 h 20 min
- 6
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Beef Broth
For the Spice Paste
For the Coconut Milk Mixture
For the Garnish
Preparation
Marinating the Beef
Rinse & Dry
Rinse the beef shank pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
Rest the Beef
Place the beef in a bowl and set aside while you prepare the other ingredients.
Room Temperature
Ensure beef is at room temperature before cooking.
Preparing the Spice Paste
Combine Ingredients
Combine garlic, shallots, ginger, and candlenuts in a food processor.
Blend
Add coriander powder and blend until smooth.
Sauté Paste
Sauté the paste in hot oil for 5 minutes, until aromatic.
Use fresh spices for the most aromatic spice paste.
Cooking Process
Beef Broth Creation
Place beef, water, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and cinnamon stick into a large stockpot. Simmer on low heat for 2 hours.
Integrating Spice Paste
Add the sautéed spice paste to the broth and continue cooking for another 30 minutes.
Finalizing Soup
Stir in coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Simmer for 20 minutes, adjusting seasoning as needed.
Plating & Serving
Creamy Indonesian Soto Betawi
Creamy Indonesian Soto Betawi
Plating & Serving
Serve the rich beef soup in deep bowls, generously topped with garnishes for a colorful finish.