Indonesian Rendang Beef Curry Recipe

Name: Indonesian Rendang Beef Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 stalks lemongrass, crushed and chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper, deseeded and finely minced; 3 garlic cloves, finely minced; 2 tablespoons gingerroot, finely shredded; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 2 lbs lean beef, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 small onion, coarsely chopped; 1 green bell pepper, coarsely chopped; 1 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped; 1 carrot, thinly sliced; 6 ounces coconut milk; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon sugar

Servings: persons

2 stalks lemongrass, crushed and chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, deseeded and finely minced
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 tablespoons gingerroot, finely shredded
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 lbs lean beef, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 small onion, coarsely chopped
1 green bell pepper, coarsely chopped
1 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
1 carrot, thinly sliced
6 ounces coconut milk
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar

1
In a small blender, combine lemongrass, jalapeno pepper, garlic, ginger, corriander, turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon. Puree to thoroughly blend into a spice paste.
2
Heat sesame oil in a large wok or frying pan and stir fry beef cubes until browned on all sides.
3
Add spice mixture and stir-fry until lightly browned and fragrant.
4
Add onion, green pepper, and carrot and continue stir frying until vegetables are just tender.
5
Add coconut milk, lime juice and sugar. Stir to blend.
6
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until meat is tender and sauce is thickened.
7
Serve over steamed rice.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 stalks lemongrass, crushed and chopped, 1 jalapeno pepper, deseeded and finely minced, 3 garlic cloves, finely minced, 2 tablespoons gingerroot, finely shredded, and more.

Yes, Indonesian Rendang Beef Curry falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Indonesian Rendang Beef Curry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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