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SAMBAL BALADO' -- Indonesian Crispy Crunchy Beef

SAMBAL BALADO' -- Indonesian Crispy Crunchy Beef comes together with Water, Peanut Or Corn Oil, Onions, Garlic Peeled And Sliced Thin, and Ripe Tomatoes. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

Ingredients

• 2 cup
• 7 tbsp
• 1 cup
• 10 clove
• 1 cup

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Place beef in water in a 4-quart pot.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Discard water and cool beef until it can be handled.

4. 4

   Slice beef as thin as possible, then cut into 2-inch squares.

5. 5

   Let drain in a colander for about 10 minutes before drying with paper towels.

6. 6

   2. Heat 4 tbs. oil in a 12-inch skillet set over medium-high heat.

7. 7

   Add beef slices and fry for 5 minutes, or until beef is brown and dry. Remove and set aside.

8. 8

   Heat remaining 3 tbs. oil in same skillet.

9. 9

   Fry onions and garlic for 3 minutes.

10. 10

    Add chili paste, salt and tomatoes.

11. 11

    Cook for 5 mins. more.

12. 12

    Add beef anf stir-fry for 5 mins to coat slices and distribute flavors.

13. 13

    4. Serve immediately with rice (to reduce spiciness) and a cucumber/ vinegar salad.