Beef Rendang

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Southeast Asia with this authentic Beef Rendang recipe, a slow-cooked Indonesian stew bursting with rich, aromatic flavors. Made with tender chunks of beef chuck simmered for hours in creamy coconut milk and an intoxicating blend of spices like ginger, galangal, turmeric, and lemongrass, this dish achieves a melt-in-your-mouth texture and deeply caramelized, flavorful sauce. Toasted desiccated coconut and fresh kaffir lime leaves add a nutty crunch and citrusy finish, completing this irresistible dish. Perfect served over steamed rice, Beef Rendang is a show-stopping centerpiece for any dinner party or a cozy family meal. Discover the secrets of this traditional recipe and savor every bite of its bold, savory, and slightly sweet flavor profile.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1000 grams beef chuck
• 400 ml coconut milk
• 200 ml water
• 6 shallots
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 1 inch piece galangal
• 2 lemongrass stems
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons palm sugar or brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons cooking oil
• 4 kaffir lime leaves
• 2 tablespoons desiccated coconut

Directions

Step 1

Cut the beef chuck into 2-inch cubes and set aside.

Step 2

In a blender, combine shallots, garlic cloves, ginger, galangal, and lemongrass. Blend these into a smooth paste.

Step 3

In a dry skillet, toast the desiccated coconut over medium heat until golden brown. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the blended spice paste and sauté until fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 5

Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and cayenne pepper to the pot, stirring continuously for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the beef chunks, stirring well to coat them in the spice mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes until the beef starts to brown.

Step 7

Pour in the coconut milk and water. Stir to mix, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Add the salt, palm sugar, kaffir lime leaves, and toasted desiccated coconut to the pot. Mix well.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let the rendang simmer slowly for about 2.5 to 3 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 10

Continue cooking until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened to your liking. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 11

Serve the beef rendang with steamed rice and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2188 grams (2188.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3407

Total Fat 189.30g	243%
Saturated Fat 71.90g	360%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.80g
Cholesterol 920mg	307%
Sodium 6304mg	274%
Total Carbohydrate 170.40g	62%
Dietary Fiber 13.90g	50%
Total Sugars 73.00g
Protein 273.70g	547%

Vitamin D 40IU	200%
Calcium 469mg	36%
Iron 56mg	313%
Potassium 6141mg	131%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.0%

Protein: 31.5%

Carbs: 19.6%