Beef Rendang

Indonesia · Southeast Asia

Short description: A dry-style curry-like beef dish cooked down until the sauce clings to the meat in a deep, spiced coating.
Ingredients: Beef is simmered with coconut milk, chilies, lemongrass, galangal, garlic, shallots, and aromatic leaves.
Cultural note: Long cooking concentrates flavor and helps the dish travel well, making it a feast-table favorite and a durable celebration food.
Common misconception: It should not be soupy; patient cooking reduces the sauce into a thick coating.

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