Indonesian Soto Betawi
Traditional Indonesian Beef Soup with Coconut Milk
Soto Betawi is a rich and aromatic beef soup from Jakarta that combines tender chunks of beef with creamy coconut milk, warm spices, and a medley of comforting flavors.
- 3 h
- 6
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Beef Broth
For the Spice Paste
For the Coconut Milk Mixture
For the Garnish
Preparation
Marinating the Beef
Combine and Boil
In a large pot, combine beef chunks and water, bringing to a boil.
Let the beef rest in the broth for additional flavor if time allows.
Add Aromatics
Add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, bay leaves, and cinnamon stick.
Simmer
Simmer for 1.5 hours until beef is tender.
Monitor the broth carefully to skim off any impurities.
Preparing the Spice Paste
Blend Spices
Blend shallots, garlic, coriander seeds, nutmeg, and ginger into a smooth paste.
Season Paste
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Sauté Paste
In a separate pan, sauté the spice paste in oil over medium heat until fragrant.
Cooking Process
Building the Flavor
Incorporate the sautéed spice paste into the beef broth.
Coconut Enrichment
Add coconut milk to the mixture, stirring constantly to avoid curdling.
Final Simmer
Bring the entire mixture to a gentle simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
Plating & Serving
Indonesian Soto Betawi
Indonesian Soto Betawi
Plating & Serving
Ladle the Soto Betawi into bowls, topping with crispy fried shallots, fresh green onions, and a lime wedge for a tangy finish.