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rendang

🇮🇩 A dish from Indonesia

rendang, a dish from Indonesia
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Rendang is a fried meat or dry curry made of meat stewed in coconut milk and spices, widely popular across Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, and the southern parts of the Philippines, where each version is considered local cuisine. It refers to both a cooking method of frying and the dish cooked in that way.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientsbeef, coconut milk, lemongrass, galangal, chili, garlic, turmeric
🔥Cooking methodslow-cooked until liquid reduces and dries
👅Flavour & stylerich, deeply spiced, savory
🕒When it’s eatenserved with rice for festive or everyday meals

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Frequently asked questions

Where does rendang come from?
rendang is a dish that originated in Indonesia.
What is rendang?
Rendang is a fried meat or dry curry made of meat stewed in coconut milk and spices, widely popular across Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, and the southern parts of the Philippines, where each version is considered local cuisine. It refers to both a cooking method of frying and the dish cooked in that way.