Buffalo rendang recipe

Name: Buffalo rendang recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Red onions, roughly chopped; 5 Cloves garlic, peeled; 2 tbsp Grated ginger; 6 Large red chillies, seeds removed, roughly chopped; 3 Stalks lemongrass, white part only, roughly chopped; 3 tbsp Light-flavoured oil; 2 tbsp Ground cumin; 2 tbsp Ground coriander; 2 tsp Turmeric; 2 kg (4.4lbs) Buffalo steak, diced; 400 ml (14.1fl oz) Coconut milk; 2 Cinnamon sticks; 1 tbsp Tamarind paste; 1 tbsp Brown sugar

Servings: persons

2 Red onions, roughly chopped
5 Cloves garlic, peeled
2 tbsp Grated ginger
6 Large red chillies, seeds removed, roughly chopped
3 Stalks lemongrass, white part only, roughly chopped
3 tbsp Light-flavoured oil
2 tbsp Ground cumin
2 tbsp Ground coriander
2 tsp Turmeric
2 kg (4.4lbs) Buffalo steak, diced
400 ml (14.1fl oz) Coconut milk
2 Cinnamon sticks
1 tbsp Tamarind paste
1 tbsp Brown sugar

1
Combine the onions, garlic, ginger, chillies and lemongrass in a food processor and pulse to a paste.
2
Heat the oil in a large heavy-based saucepan over a medium heat.
3
Add the paste plus the cumin, coriander and turmeric and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes or until fragrant.
4
Add the buffalo steak and cook for 2 minutes, or until seared.
5
Pour in the coconut milk and 400ml water, then add the cinnamon, tamarind paste, sugar and 2 teaspoons of salt.
6
Simmer uncovered for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
7
Serve the beef rendang with rice and steamed greens.

1742

kcal

Calories

107

Fat

Carbs

138

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Red onions, roughly chopped, 5 Cloves garlic, peeled, 2 tbsp Grated ginger, 6 Large red chillies, seeds removed, roughly chopped, and more.

Yes, Buffalo rendang recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!