Indonesian Rendang Daging with Coconut Milk
A Spicy and Flavorful Beef Stew
A traditional Indonesian dish featuring slow-cooked beef in rich, spiced coconut milk.
- 4 h 30 min
- 6
- Advanced
Ingredients
For the Marinade
For the Spice Paste
For the Stew
For the Garnish
Preparation
Marinating the Beef
Combine the Beef
Combine beef, salt, turmeric powder, and lime juice in a bowl.
Mix Well
Mix well to coat the beef pieces evenly.
Marinate
Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Preparing the Spice Paste
Blend Ingredients
Blend shallots, garlic, ginger, galangal, chilies, coriander seeds, and cumin seeds into a smooth paste in a food processor.
Adjust Consistency
Add a little water if necessary to achieve a smooth consistency.
Cooking Process
Brown the Beef
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the beef pieces.
Cook the Spice Paste
Add the spice paste to the pot and sauté until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Simmer the Stew
Add coconut milk, lemongrass, bay leaves, kaffir lime leaves, and palm sugar. Simmer for 2-3 hours until beef is tender and the sauce thickens.
Plating & Serving
Indonesian Rendang Daging with Coconut Milk
Indonesian Rendang Daging with Coconut Milk
Arrange and Garnish
Arrange the tender beef pieces on a serving platter, napping them with the thickened sauce and sprinkle with fried shallots and fresh cilantro leaves before serving.