Main ingredients
beef tenderloinbeef sirloinred chili pepperbird's eye chilishallow oniongarlicgingerdalinggalmacadamia nutcoconut creamlemongrasskaffir lime leafpandan leaf
YOOXICMAN's Rondang
A traditional Indonesian beef dish selected by CNN as the world's most delicious meal, crafted by slowly simmering coconut cream and an unusual spice paste for 5 to 6 hours.
Ingredients needed 6 servings
Recipe
Cooking tips
- Do not cut the beef small like regular braised dishes—cutting it into egg-sized pieces ensures the texture holds during the long simmering time, resulting in ultimate tenderness.
- Authentic Indonesian Rondang should be completely dry with no liquid left; success depends on constant stirring until oil fully coats the meat, giving it a fried-like texture.
- Candlenut, a key ingredient in Indonesia, is prohibited for import into Korea, but macadamia nuts are an excellent substitute—offering similar richness and depth of flavor.
Recommended for
- Those curious about why CNN ranked this dish as the world’s most delicious—seeking its deep, layered complexity of flavor.
- Home cooks eager to dedicate half a day or more to crafting the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth beef dish with full attention and care.
- Gourmets who love the vibrant, balanced aroma of lemongrass, kaffir lime, and coconut in authentic Southeast Asian cuisine.
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