Quick and Tasty Soto Betawi, Authentic Flavors.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than beef.

fried shallots

🥗Healthier: baked shallots

💰Cheaper: onion flakes

Baked shallots provide crunch with fewer calories.

galangal

🥗Healthier: ginger

💰Cheaper: dried ginger

Ginger is more accessible and offers a similar flavor profile.

Boil beef in water until tender, about 1-2 hours.

Remove beef, shred it, and set aside.

In the same pot, add lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and ginger; simmer for 15 minutes.

Strain the broth to remove solids and return to pot.

Add coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add shredded beef back into the broth and heat through for 5 minutes.

Prepare rice in a separate pot according to package instructions.

Serve the soup over rice in bowls.

Garnish with fried shallots, lime wedges, and fresh vegetables.

Cooking Techniques

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