Sop Buntut Pedas (spicy Beef Soup)

Sop Buntut Pedas is a traditional Indonesian beef soup that is known for its rich and spicy flavors. This dish is popular in Sundanese cuisine and is often enjoyed with steamed rice or as a standalone meal.

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Sop Buntut Pedas (spicy Beef Soup)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs oxtail
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised
  • 4 kaffir lime leaves
  • 2-inch galangal, sliced
  • 1-inch ginger, sliced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 8 cups water
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fried shallots, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant.
  2. Add oxtail, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and ginger. Cook until the oxtail is browned.
  3. Pour in water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2 hours or until the oxtail is tender.
  4. Add tomatoes, salt, white pepper, and sugar. Cook for another 10 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and discard lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and ginger.
  6. Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped green onions and fried shallots.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

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

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Measuring cups Ladle

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls Soup spoons

Serving suggestions

Sop Buntut Pedas is best served with steamed rice and a side of sambal (spicy chili paste).

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can also add beef broth or bone broth to the soup.

Cost

$20