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Coto Makassar
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Coto Makassar

Coto Makassar is a traditional Indonesian soup originating from Makassar, South Sulawesi. It is a flavorful and spicy soup made with a rich peanut sauce, tender beef or goat meat, and various vegetables. The combination of spices, herbs, and peanut sauce creates a unique and aromatic flavor profile. This hearty soup is often served with steamed rice or ketupat, a type of rice cake.

Time Cook
30
Level
Intermediate
Calories
550
Allergens
Peanuts, Gluten, Soy

Ingredients

500 g
Beef or Goat Meat
200 Calories
1 cup
Peanut Sauce
550 Calories
2 tbsp
Vegetable Oil
190 Calories
1 large
Onion
45 Calories
3 cloves
Garlic
15 Calories
2 cm
Ginger
10 Calories
2 large
Chili Peppers
10 Calories
2 large
Tomatoes
20 Calories
1 tsp
Cumin
5 Calories
1 tsp
Coriander
5 Calories
1 tsp
Turmeric
5 Calories
1 tsp
Salt
5 Calories
1 tsp
Black Pepper
5 Calories

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
2
Add chili peppers, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 1 minute.
3
Add beef or goat meat and cook until it is browned, about 5 minutes.
4
Add peanut sauce, tomatoes, and 2 cups of water. Stir well and bring to a boil.
5
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes or until the meat is tender.
6
Serve Coto Makassar hot, garnished with sliced fresh chilies, scallions, and crispy fried shallots.

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