Indonesian Beef Patties

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 15
Indonesian Beef Patties, a savory and spicy meal
in Beef

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

2 teaspoons shrimp paste
1 onion , large , roughly chopped
1 -2 red chile , fresh , seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1 tablespoon coriander seed
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1 lb lean ground beef
2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
1 1/2 lemons , juiced
1 small egg , beaten
vegetable oil , for shallow frying
salt , to taste
black pepper , fresh ground , to taste
4 -6 Thai chiles , red and green , for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
260
Sugar
2g
Fat
15g
Indonesian Beef Patties, also known as 'Perkedel Sapi', are a popular snack food in Indonesia. Made from ground beef mixed with spices and shrimp paste, the mixture is shaped into small patties and fried to crispy perfection. The dish is traditionally served with steamed rice and sambal, a spicy sauce made from chiles. The Patties are enjoyed in both casual and formal settings and are a staple in Indonesian cuisine.

Instructions

1.Grind the shrimp paste, onion, red chile, garlic, coriander seed, and cumin seed in a food processor until well mixed.
2.In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, soy sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, and beaten egg before adding the paste.
3.Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
4.Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
5.Using a spoon, form small patties from the beef mixture and fry until browned on both sides and cooked through.
6.Garnish with Thai chiles and serve hot.

PROS

The Indonesian Beef Patties are full of flavor and spice, perfect for those who enjoy a little heat in their meals.

Easy to make and can be served as a snack or part of a main meal.

CONS

This dish may not be suitable for those with seafood allergies as it contains shrimp paste.

It has a high sodium content due to soy sauce and may not be ideal for those on a low-sodium diet.

It contains red chiles, which may cause discomfort to those with sensitive stomachs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Indonesian Beef Patties are a good source of protein, essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.
It contains coriander seeds, which have anti-inflammatory properties and can help manage conditions such as arthritis and joint pain.
The cumin seeds in the recipe are believed to aid digestion and improve blood sugar control.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.