Bone Soup (sup Tulang Perfection)

Bone Soup (Sup Tulang Perfection) is a traditional Bruneian dish known for its rich and flavorful broth. This hearty soup is perfect for warming up on a chilly day and is often enjoyed with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread.

Halal Gluten Free Main Course Bruneian Bruneian Cuisine Soup Bone Broth
Bone Soup (sup Tulang Perfection)

Ingredients

  • 1 kg beef or lamb bones
  • 2 large onions, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2-inch piece ginger, sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, quartered
  • 2 stalks lemongrass, smashed
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 3 star anise
  • 1 tbsp coriander seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp fennel seeds
  • 1 tsp black peppercorns
  • 1 tbsp tamarind paste
  • 4 cups water
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, dry roast the coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, and black peppercorns until fragrant. Grind the roasted spices into a fine powder.
  2. Place the beef or lamb bones in the pot and add water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
  3. Add the onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, lemongrass, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and ground spices to the pot. Continue to simmer for another hour.
  4. Stir in the tamarind paste and season with salt to taste.
  5. Serve the bone soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
25g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Measuring cups

Tools

Stove Grinder or mortar and pestle

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Enjoy the bone soup with steamed rice and a side of pickled vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For a richer broth, you can simmer the bone soup for an additional 30-60 minutes.

Cost

$15