Betawi Beef Soup Bliss (soto Betawi Bliss)

Soto Betawi Bliss is a traditional beef soup from the Betawi region of Indonesia. This rich and flavorful soup is a popular dish in Javanese cuisine, known for its aromatic spices and creamy coconut milk base.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Javanese Indonesian Cuisine Beef Soup Coconut Milk Spicy
Betawi Beef Soup Bliss (soto Betawi Bliss)

Ingredients

  • 500g beef, thinly sliced
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 3 tomatoes, chopped
  • 4 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 lemongrass stalks, bruised
  • 4 kaffir lime leaves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1-inch galangal, sliced
  • 1-inch ginger, sliced
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • Salt and sugar to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the shallots, garlic, lemongrass, galangal, and ginger. Sauté until fragrant.
  2. Add the beef slices and cook until browned.
  3. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
  4. Add the potatoes, tomatoes, kaffir lime leaves, and bay leaves. Simmer for another 20 minutes until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and season with salt and sugar. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and serve the Soto Betawi hot with steamed rice or rice cakes.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Cutting board Knife Wooden spoon Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Soto Betawi Bliss is best served hot with a side of steamed rice or rice cakes.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of flavor, serve the soup with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of fried shallots on top.

Cost

$20