Beef Rendang [Recipe]

Traditionally served at Eid by the Malay Muslim community, this dish is infused with coconut and fresh spices and works perfectly with some simple steamed rice for a filling supper.

Serves: 12

Prep time: 1 hr 20 minutes

Cook time: 3 hrs

Ingredients

3 cans coconut milk

2 tsp baking powder

1½ kg stewing steak, cut into 1/4 inch pieces

6 cups vegetable oil

2 tsp ground white pepper

2 tsp corn flour

¾ cup shallots, finely chopped

¾ cup onions, finely chopped

3 cinnamon sticks

1 tsp cardamom pods

1 tsp whole cloves

¾ cups lemongrass, finely chopped

¼ cup kaffir lime leaves

2 tbsp turmeric

5 tbsp fresh ginger, finely chopped

2 tbsp garlic, chopped

1 tbsp red chili flakes

½ tbsp ground black pepper

2 tbsp gula malakka (palm sugar)

2 tbsp lemon juice

2 tsp ground coriander

1 tsp fennel seeds, ground

1 tsp cumin

150g curry paste

1 tbsp soy sauce

½ cup coconut flakes, toasted until lightly brown

Instructions