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Spicy Beef Rendang Recipe

Authentic Spicy Beef Rendang Recipe for Flavorful Comfort

Try this Spicy Beef Rendang recipe, a comforting dish from Indonesia with rich flavors and customizable spice levels.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indonesian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Use a well-marbled cut for best results.
For the Spice Paste
  • 15 grams Dried Chilies (or Fresh Long Red Chilies) Adjust quantity based on spice preference.
  • 2 medium Onions Roughly chopped.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 stalk Lemongrass Use the white part only, finely chopped.
  • 1 inch Galangal (or Ginger) Finely chopped.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
For the Sauce
  • 400 ml Coconut Milk Full-fat for richness.
  • 1 cup Water
  • 4 leaves Kaffir Lime Leaves Finely sliced.
  • 2 tablespoons Tamarind Puree (or Lemon Juice)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil For sautéing.

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine the dried chilies, roughly chopped onions, minced garlic, finely chopped lemongrass, and galangal. Blend until smooth.
  2. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Once shimmering, add beef cubes in batches to brown for 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add blended spice paste to the pot. Stir continuously and cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbling.
  4. Return browned beef, mix with spice paste, then stir in ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, coconut milk, and water along with kaffir lime leaves and tamarind puree. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Uncover and cook for an additional 30-40 minutes to reduce and thicken sauce. Stir occasionally.
  7. Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice or coconut rice, garnished with additional kaffir lime leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, make the rendang a day in advance to deepen flavors. Adjust spice levels to fit your preference.

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