Spicy Beef Rendang Recipe
Learn how to make a delicious Spicy Beef Rendang that’s bursting with flavor and spices. This aromatic dish features tender beef cooked in a rich coconut milk sauce infused with a blend of traditional spices. Perfect for impressing your loved ones with a taste of authentic Indonesian cuisine!
- Author: Mia
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indonesian
- Diet: Halal
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemongrass, minced (white part only)
- 2 tablespoons chili paste (adjust for spice preference)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 kaffir lime leaves (optional)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Step 1: Preparing the Spice Paste – In a blender, combine garlic, ginger, lemongrass, and chili paste. Blend into a smooth paste.
- Step 2: Marinating the Beef – Coat beef cubes with the prepared spice paste and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Step 3: Cooking the Beef – Sauté onion, then brown the marinated beef. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, turmeric, coriander, cumin, and salt.
- Step 4: Simmering to Perfection – Add coconut milk and kaffir lime leaves. Simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until tender.
Notes
- You can adjust the level of chili paste to suit your spice preference.
- For a thicker sauce, uncover the pot during the final cooking stage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Spicy Beef Rendang, Indonesian Beef Recipe, Coconut Milk Beef Stew