[EN] Recipe SOP BUNTUT - Indonesian oxtail soup, new version

oxtail

🥗Healthier: beef shank

💰Cheaper: beef neck bones

Beef shank is leaner while neck bones are more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free, while salt is a basic alternative.

fried shallots

🥗Healthier: crispy onions

💰Cheaper: onion powder

Crispy onions provide crunch without frying.

carrots

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini is lower in calories, while cabbage is budget-friendly.

Heat water in a large pot over medium heat until boiling.

Add oxtail and simmer for 10 minutes to remove impurities.

Drain and rinse oxtail; return to pot with fresh water.

Add garlic, ginger, black cardamom, cinnamon stick, star anise, and salt; simmer for 2-3 hours until tender.

In the last 30 minutes, add potatoes, green beans, and carrots to the pot.

Stir in tomatoes and season with sugar and additional salt if needed.

Cook until vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Serve hot, garnished with lime, green onions, and fried onion.

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