Beef Rendang

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Enjoy, can be made a day ahead.

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Steps

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Cut beef into 3cm pieces.

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Process lemongrass , chillies , onion , garlic and ginger until smooth.

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Heat oil in pan , add extra onion and ground spices , cook , stirring , until onion is soft.

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Add lemongrass mixture , cook , stirring until fragrant.

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Stir in beef , cinnamon , torn curry leaves , sugar and coconut milk , simmer , covered , 1 hour.

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Remove lid , simmer 1 1 / 2 hours or until beef is tender and mixture thick.

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Discard cinnamon , stick in juice.

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Ingredients

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chuck steaks, fresh lemongrass, red chilies, onion, garlic, fresh ginger, vegetable oil, ground coriander, ground turmeric, ground cumin, cinnamon stick, curry leaves, brown sugar, coconut cream, lemon juice