How do I make a vegetarian version of beef rendang?

Discover the flavors of Indonesia in a veggie-friendly way with our delicious vegetarian Beef Rendang recipe.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a vegetarian version of Beef Rendang. Items include: Onion Garlic Red Chilies Ginger Lemongrass Coconut Milk Vegetable Oil Soy Sauce Tamarind Paste Brown Sugar Cinnamon Stick Cardamom Pods Cloves Salt Cilantro

Onion 1 (finely chopped)
Garlic 3 cloves (minced)
Red Chilies 2 (deseeded and finely chopped)
Ginger 1 thumb-sized piece (grated)
Lemongrass 1 stalk (bruised and cut into 3 pieces)
Coconut Milk 1 can (400ml)
Vegetable Oil 2 tablespoons
Soy Sauce 2 tablespoons
Tamarind Paste 1 tablespoon
Brown Sugar 1 tablespoon
Cinnamon Stick 1
Cardamom Pods 3 (lightly crushed)
Cloves 3
Salt A pinch
Cilantro A handful (for garnish)

Take note
Please note that this recipe does require some time and effort, but trust us, it's totally worth it! Also, make sure to read through the entire recipe before starting, as some steps may require a bit of pre-planning.

1

Prepare the Ingredients

Gather all your ingredients: 1 onion (finely chopped), 3 cloves of garlic (minced), 2 red chilies (deseeded and finely chopped), 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger (grated), 1 stalk of lemongrass (bruised and cut into 3 pieces), 1 can of coconut milk (400ml), 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of tamarind paste, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, 1 cinnamon stick, 3 cardamom pods (lightly crushed), 3 cloves, a pinch of salt, and a handful of fresh cilantro (for garnish).

2

Make the Rendang Sauce

In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, chilies, ginger, lemongrass, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.

3

Cook the Vegetables

Next, add your choice of vegetables to the pan. You can use a combination of your favorites, such as bell peppers, carrots, potatoes, and broccoli. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.

4

Simmer and Develop Flavor

Pour in the coconut milk, soy sauce, tamarind paste, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine all the flavors. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes. This will allow the sauce to thicken and the flavors to develop.

5

Finishing Touches

Once the sauce has thickened and the vegetables are fully cooked, remove the lemongrass stalks, cinnamon stick, and any whole spices. Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

6

Serve and Enjoy

Your vegetarian Beef Rendang is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve it with steamed rice or warm naan bread for a complete and satisfying meal. Don't forget to share this amazing dish with your friends and family!