INDONESIAN RENDANG BEEF CURRY

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This flavorful dish is reputed to be a copy of the recipe served at the Ramayana Room, Hotel Indonesia, Djakarta during the 1960's. The jalapeno pepper is a western substitution. Feel free to use any hot green pepper in your dish.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 stalks lemongrass, crushed and chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, deseeded and finely minced
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 tablespoons gingerroot, finely shredded
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 lbs lean beef, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
1 green bell pepper, coarsely chopped
1 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
1 carrot, thinly sliced
6 ounces coconut milk
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a small blender, combine lemongrass, jalapeno pepper, garlic, ginger, corriander, turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon. Puree to thoroughly blend into a spice paste.
  • Heat sesame oil in a large wok or frying pan and stir fry beef cubes until browned on all sides.
  • Add spice mixture and stir-fry until lightly browned and fragrant.
  • Add onion, green pepper, and carrot and continue stir frying until vegetables are just tender.
  • Add coconut milk, lime juice and sugar. Stir to blend.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until meat is tender and sauce is thickened.
  • Serve over steamed rice.

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