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Soto Padang

A warming Indonesian beef soup rich with turmeric, garlic, and aromatic spices. Traditionally served with hard-boiled eggs and fried shallots for texture and depth.

Total time
45 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
38g
Soto Padang
comfortwholesomeindonesianbeeftendersilkyweeknightcozy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium-high until shimmering, ~90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add sliced shallots. Sauté until softened and golden, stirring often, ~4 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in minced garlic and turmeric. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  4. Step 4

    Add beef cubes. Brown on all sides without stirring constantly, ~5 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Pour in beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and cover.

  6. Step 6

    Simmer until beef is fork-tender, stirring occasionally, ~25 minutes.

  7. Step 7

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  8. Step 8

    Ladle soup into bowls. Top each with a halved hard-boiled egg.

  9. Step 9

    Serve hot immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot with lid
  • wooden spoon
  • knife and cutting board
  • ladle
  • bowls

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