Indonesian beef rendang recipe for six
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This Indonesian beef rendang serves six and cooks slowly until the coconut sauce reduces around the meat. It includes rice for serving.
Ingredients
Jasmine rice
3 cups
Beef chuck
3 pounds
Coconut milk
4 cans
Lemongrass stalks
3
Galangal
3 inches
Fresh ginger
2 inches
Shallots
10
Garlic cloves
8
Dried red chiles
8
Kaffir lime leaves
6
Ground coriander
2 teaspoons
Ground cumin
1 teaspoon
Ground turmeric
1 teaspoon
Unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup
Tamarind paste
1 tablespoon
How to make it
- Blend shallots, garlic, chiles, ginger, galangal, and a splash of water into a paste. 2. Toast shredded coconut and grind it finely. 3. Cook spice paste in a Dutch oven until fragrant. 4. Add beef, coconut milk, lemongrass, lime leaves, spices, coconut, and tamarind. 5. Simmer uncovered, stirring often, until beef is tender and sauce is dark and reduced. 6. Serve with cooked jasmine rice.
Who this list is for
This checklist is for anyone preparing Indonesian beef rendang for six people. It’s aimed at cooks who want to serve an authentic, slow-cooked meal with rice, and need to keep track of specialty ingredients like galangal and kaffir lime leaves. If you’re hosting or meal prepping, this list helps you get everything in one trip.
How to use this list
Start by reviewing your kitchen for basics: jasmine rice, ground spices (coriander, cumin, turmeric), and coconut milk. Then move to the fresh section for beef chuck, lemongrass, galangal, ginger, shallots, and garlic. Don’t overlook dried red chiles, kaffir lime leaves, shredded coconut, and tamarind paste—these are key for flavor. Cross off anything you already own, especially spices and rice.
Common mistakes
A common error is using the wrong cut of beef; stick with chuck for best results. Some skip galangal or kaffir lime leaves, but these give rendang its signature taste. Using sweetened coconut or coconut cream instead of unsweetened coconut milk can throw off the dish. Don’t use bottled lime juice in place of tamarind paste. Avoid substituting jasmine rice with other varieties for serving.
What is on this list
You’ll need three pounds of beef chuck, three cups of jasmine rice, four cans of coconut milk, three lemongrass stalks, three inches of galangal, two inches of fresh ginger, ten shallots, eight garlic cloves, and eight dried red chiles. Also gather six kaffir lime leaves, ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, half a cup of unsweetened shredded coconut, and a tablespoon of tamarind paste. Cross off what you have at home.
Before you go
Check your spice cabinet for ground coriander, cumin, and turmeric before shopping. Make sure you have a heavy pot for slow cooking. Plan extra time for prepping the spice paste and browning the beef. Review the list for specialty items like galangal and kaffir lime leaves, as they can be harder to find. Confirm you have enough rice for serving.
FAQ
Who is "Indonesian beef rendang recipe for six" for?
This checklist is for anyone preparing Indonesian beef rendang for six people. It’s aimed at cooks who want to serve an authentic, slow-cooked meal with rice, and need to keep track of specialty ingredients like galangal and kaffir lime leaves. If you’re hosting or meal prepping, this list helps you get everything in one trip.
How should I use "Indonesian beef rendang recipe for six"?
Start by reviewing your kitchen for basics: jasmine rice, ground spices (coriander, cumin, turmeric), and coconut milk. Then move to the fresh section for beef chuck, lemongrass, galangal, ginger, shallots, and garlic. Don’t overlook dried red chiles, kaffir lime leaves, shredded coconut, and tamarind paste—these are key for flavor. Cross off anything you a…
What should I skip or avoid with "Indonesian beef rendang recipe for six"?
A common error is using the wrong cut of beef; stick with chuck for best results. Some skip galangal or kaffir lime leaves, but these give rendang its signature taste. Using sweetened coconut or coconut cream instead of unsweetened coconut milk can throw off the dish. Don’t use bottled lime juice in place of tamarind paste. Avoid substituting jasmine rice w…
What is on the "Indonesian beef rendang recipe for six" list?
You’ll need three pounds of beef chuck, three cups of jasmine rice, four cans of coconut milk, three lemongrass stalks, three inches of galangal, two inches of fresh ginger, ten shallots, eight garlic cloves, and eight dried red chiles. Also gather six kaffir lime leaves, ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, half a cup of unsweetened shredded coconut, and a t…
What should I do before I go?
Check your spice cabinet for ground coriander, cumin, and turmeric before shopping. Make sure you have a heavy pot for slow cooking. Plan extra time for prepping the spice paste and browning the beef. Review the list for specialty items like galangal and kaffir lime leaves, as they can be harder to find. Confirm you have enough rice for serving.
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