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Beef Rendang Recipe

Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavors of authentic Beef Rendang! This slow-cooked Indonesian masterpiece is incredibly tender and flavorful, perfect for a special occasion or a cozy weeknight dinner. Best of all, it tastes even better the next day, making it ideal for meal prepping. Get ready for a culinary adventure!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 210 mins
Calories 860.2 kcal
Protein 98g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef Rendang

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How to Make Beef Rendang

  1. Cut 1.5 lbs beef into 3cm cubes.
  2. Blend 4 stalks lemongrass, 10-15 red chilies (adjust to your spice preference), 1 large onion, 4 cloves garlic, and 2 inch piece ginger until smooth.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 large chopped onion and the following ground spices: 2 tablespoons ground coriander, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg. Cook, stirring frequently, until onion is softened (about 5 minutes).
  4. Add the lemongrass mixture to the pot. Cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
  5. Stir in the beef cubes, 2 cinnamon sticks, 10 curry leaves, 1/4 cup palm sugar (or brown sugar), and 1 (13.5 ounce) can of full-fat coconut milk. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 1 hour.
  6. Remove the lid, and continue to simmer for 1 1/2 hours, or until the beef is incredibly tender and the sauce has thickened considerably. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. Before serving, remove the cinnamon sticks and discard. Garnish with fresh curry leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

169g

Carbs

5g

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