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Quick Beef Rendang (Simplified)
75 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
—Rating
Nutrition facts
880 kcalCalories
55 gProtein
18 gCarbs
65 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

BeefIndonesian-inspiredQuick Meal

Quick Beef Rendang (Simplified)

70% authentic · Indonesian-inspired

A faster, simplified version of Beef Rendang that captures some of the classic flavors using pre-made spice paste and fewer aromatics, suitable for weeknight cooking.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Beef chuck, cubed700 g
  • Coconut milk, full fat400 ml
  • Rendang spice paste (store-bought)4 tbsp
  • Lemongrass, bruised1 stalk
  • Kaffir lime leaves3 leaves
  • Tamarind paste1 tbsp
  • Gula Melaka (palm sugar) or brown sugar1 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Black pepperto taste
  • Vegetable oil1 tbsp

Steps

  1. 1

    Heat vegetable oil in a pot or wok over medium-high heat. Add the rendang spice paste and sauté until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add the bruised lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves. Stir for a minute.

  3. 3

    Add the cubed beef and sear until browned on all sides.

  4. 4

    Pour in the coconut milk. Add tamarind paste and gula melaka. Stir to combine.

  5. 5

    Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for about 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.

  6. 6

    Uncover for the last 15-20 minutes of cooking to allow the sauce to reduce further. Stir occasionally.

  7. 7

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot.

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