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Sop Daging

A comforting Indonesian clear beef soup simmered with warm spices, tender vegetables, and aromatic crispy shallots.

85 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs beef chuck roast, cubed
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
  • 8 cups water
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, cubed
  • 2 stalks scallions, chopped
  • 2 tbsp crispy fried shallots

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 4 thinly sliced shallots and 4 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add 1.5 lbs cubed beef chuck roast and stir until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Pour in 8 cups water and season with 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp ground white pepper, and 2 tsp salt.

  5. 5

    Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes until 1.5 lbs cubed beef chuck roast is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.

  6. 6

    Add 2 cubed potatoes and 2 sliced carrots, then cook uncovered for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.

  7. 7

    Remove from heat, stir in 2 stalks chopped scallions, and divide into serving bowls.

  8. 8

    Top each bowl with 2 tbsp crispy fried shallots before serving.

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Questions

What is Sop Daging?

A comforting Indonesian clear beef soup simmered with warm spices, tender vegetables, and aromatic crispy shallots. This reference files it under Indonesian soup: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 85 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Sop Daging reach?

For Sop Daging, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of shallots in Sop Daging?

The entry for Sop Daging calls for 4 shallots, thinly sliced. In its place: Use half as much yellow or red onion plus a small clove of garlic.

How much protein is in Sop Daging?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 34 g of protein in about 380 calories, alongside 22 g carbohydrate and 18 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 920 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein soup collection.

Can I freeze Sop Daging?

Yes. Refrigerate Sop Daging for up to four days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it. The potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so this one is better kept in the refrigerator.

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