How do I make beef rendang in under 30 minutes?

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Spice up your cooking routine with our quick and flavorful Beef Rendang recipe. A taste of Indonesia in no time!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Beef Rendang in under 30 minutes. Items include:  Beef  Onion  Garlic  Ginger  Red Curry Paste  Coconut Milk  Soy Sauce  Salt
  • Beef 1 pound (cubed)
  • Onion 1 (sliced)
  • Garlic 3 cloves (minced)
  • Ginger 1 thumb-sized piece (grated)
  • Red Curry Paste 2 tablespoons
  • Coconut Milk 1 can
  • Soy Sauce 2 tablespoons
  • Salt To taste

Take note
Be aware that this quick and simplified Beef Rendang recipe may not be as traditional as the slow-cooked version. But hey, when time is of the essence, we've got you covered!

1

Prep the Ingredients

Gather your ingredients: 1 pound of beef (cubed), 1 onion (sliced), 3 cloves of garlic (minced), 1 thumb-sized ginger (grated), 2 tablespoons of red curry paste, 1 can of coconut milk, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and salt to taste.

2

Brown the Beef

In a large pan over medium-high heat, brown the beef cubes until they have a nice sear on all sides. This will give your Beef Rendang some extra flavor!

3

Sauté the Aromatics

Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the pan. Sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

4

Spice it Up

Stir in the red curry paste and cook for another minute to release its flavors.

5

Simmer and Thicken

Reduce the heat to low and pour in the coconut milk. Add the soy sauce and season with salt to taste. Simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

6

Finish and Serve

Congratulations! Your quick Beef Rendang is ready to be devoured. Serve it over steamed rice and enjoy a burst of Indonesian flavors right in your own kitchen!