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Beef Curry, Sumatra Style
Rich curries, thick with reduced coconut milk, are favorites in the outer islands of Indonesia and the western part of Malaysia. This Sumatran version with beef is a typical curry of the region
Serves 6 - 8
2 tbsp	chopped fresh red chile or
4 tsp	sambal ulek
3 or 4 slices	ginger
2 slices	fresh galangal
3	cloves garlic
1/2 cup	chopped onion
1 tsp	kosher salt
1/4 tsp	ground turmeric
1/4 tsp	ground coriander
1 cup	thick coconut milk
1 cup	thin coconut milk
1	stalk lemongrass, cut into 2-inch lengths and bruised
1	salam leaf or curry leaf
1 1/2 lb	stewing beef (chuck or similar cut), in 2 inch cubes

-	In a blender or food processor, blend chile, ginger, galangal, garlic, onion, salt, turmeric and coriander to a paste, adding thick coconut milk as needed to facilitate blending

-	In a wok, deep skillet or heavy saucepan, combine paste, remaining thick and thin coconut milk, lemongrass, salam leaf and beef
-	Bring mixture just to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently, until beef is tender and somewhat thickened (about 2 to 3 hours). Taste for seasoning and adjust as necessary

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