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Beef Rendang

Spiced coconut beef that tastes like hours of simmering but comes together in 20 minutes. Intense, rich, and sticky-good over rice.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
36g
Beef Rendang
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add beef in a single layer. Sear without stirring for 2 minutes until edges brown, then flip and sear 2 minutes more.

  3. Step 3

    Add rendang paste and shallots. Stir constantly for 1 minute until fragrant and beginning to caramelize.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in coconut milk, lime juice, and sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.

  5. Step 5

    Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and clings to beef.

  6. Step 6

    Taste and adjust salt. Serve hot over jasmine rice.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch heavy skillet or Dutch oven
  • wooden spoon
  • cutting board
  • knife

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