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Soto Betawi (Jakarta Beef Soup)

Soto Betawi

Betawi beef soup in a rich coconut milk and milk broth, topped with emping crackers, tomato and fried shallots.

Time
2 hr
Serves
6 people
Origin
Jakarta
Type
Vegetables, Soto & Soups
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Ingredients

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Spice paste

To serve

How to Make

  1. Boil the beef in the water until tender. Remove and slice. Keep the stock.

  2. Fry the paste with bay leaves, lemongrass and galangal until fragrant.

  3. Add it to the stock with the sliced beef and offal.

  4. Pour in the coconut milk and milk, stirring until it boils so the coconut milk does not split.

  5. Season with salt and sugar.

  6. Serve with tomato, fried potato, emping, spring onion, fried shallots and lime.

Kitchen tip

Milk makes the broth smoother and less heavy. Add it near the end and do not boil long.

Questions

Where does Soto Betawi (Jakarta Beef Soup) come from?

Soto Betawi is a traditional dish from Jakarta (capital: Jakarta), in the Java region of Indonesia.

How long does Soto Betawi (Jakarta Beef Soup) take to make?

It takes about 2 hr in total to make 6 servings, including preparation.

What is the secret to a good Soto Betawi (Jakarta Beef Soup)?

Milk makes the broth smoother and less heavy. Add it near the end and do not boil long.

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