Rawon: East Java Black Beef Soup
A beef soup from East Java with a deep black broth from kluwek nuts. Has a savory and slightly bitter flavor. Served with salted eggs and short bean sprouts.
📑 In This Guide
💡 Did You Know?
Rawon gets its deep black color from kluwek nuts (Pangium edule), which are only found in Southeast Asian tropical forests.
🛒 Ingredients
- 500 g beef tenderloin, cut into 3 cm pieces
- 2 liters water
- 4 kluwek nuts, extract the flesh
- 3 tbsp cooking oil
- 3 lemongrass stalks, bruised
- 4 kaffir lime leaves
- 3 cm galangal, bruised
- Salt, sugar, bouillon powder to taste
- Ground spice paste: 8 shallots, 4 garlic cloves, 3 cm ginger, 2 cm turmeric, 3 candlenuts, 1 tsp coriander, 1 tsp pepper
- Garnish: short bean sprouts, salted eggs, chili sambal, prawn crackers, fried shallots
👨🍳 Instructions
- Boil beef in 1.5 liters of water until tender. Remove beef, strain the broth. Dice the beef.
- Soak kluwek flesh in hot water, then grind into a black paste.
- Sauté the spice paste with the kluwek paste until fragrant.
- Add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal. Stir until wilted.
- Pour the sautéed spices into the beef broth. Stir well.
- Add the beef. Cook on low heat until spices are absorbed.
- Add salt, sugar, and bouillon powder. Adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot with rice, short bean sprouts, salted eggs, chili sambal, and prawn crackers.
❓Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rawon: East Java Black Beef Soup?
A beef soup from East Java with a deep black broth from kluwek nuts. Has a savory and slightly bitter flavor. Served with salted eggs and short bean sprouts.
Where does Rawon: East Java Black Beef Soup come from?
Rawon: East Java Black Beef Soup originates from Indonesia. It is a beloved traditional dish that has been passed down through generations of Indonesian cooks.
Is Rawon: East Java Black Beef Soup difficult to make?
Rawon: East Java Black Beef Soup requires moderate cooking skills. While the steps are clear, some techniques need practice.
How can I adjust the spiciness of Rawon: East Java Black Beef Soup?
The spiciness can be easily adjusted by modifying the amount of chili peppers. For milder versions, reduce or omit the bird's eye chilies (cabe rawit).
How do I store leftover Rawon: East Java Black Beef Soup?
Store leftover Rawon: East Java Black Beef Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. The flavors actually improve overnight as the spices continue to meld.
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