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Soto Bandung

A clear beef broth soup featuring tender beef brisket, crisp daikon radish, and crunchy fried soybeans.

95 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

IndonesianSoupStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbDairy-FreeGluten-FreeNut-FreePork-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef brisket, cubed
  • 1 lb daikon radish, sliced
  • 2 lemongrass stalks, bruised
  • 1 in fresh ginger, sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 shallots, thinly sliced
  • 8 cups water
  • 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup fried soybeans

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pot, bring 8 cups water to a boil, then add 1 lb cubed beef brisket and simmer for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Skim off any foam from the surface, then add 2 bruised lemongrass stalks, 1 in sliced fresh ginger, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 4 thinly sliced shallots to the pot.

  3. 3

    Cover and simmer on low heat for 50 minutes until beef brisket reaches an internal temperature of at least 160°F and is tender.

  4. 4

    Add 1 lb sliced daikon radish, 2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp ground white pepper, cooking for another 10 minutes until the radish is translucent.

  5. 5

    Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with 1/4 cup fried soybeans before serving.

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Questions

What is Soto Bandung?

A clear beef broth soup featuring tender beef brisket, crisp daikon radish, and crunchy fried soybeans. This reference files it under Indonesian soup: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 95 minutes start to finish.

How long does Soto Bandung take?

As written, 95 minutes: 20 of prep and 75 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 3 (50 minutes): "Cover and simmer on low heat for 50 minutes until beef brisket reaches an internal temperature of at least 160°F and is tender."

What internal temperature should Soto Bandung reach?

For Soto Bandung, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of lemongrass in Soto Bandung?

The entry for Soto Bandung calls for 2 lemongrass stalks, bruised. In its place: Use the zest of one lemon plus a thin slice of fresh ginger per stalk. It is brighter and less floral, but it fills the same space.

Is Soto Bandung keto-friendly?

A serving of Soto Bandung carries 14 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 70 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 14 percent.

How do I store and reheat Soto Bandung?

Refrigerate Soto Bandung for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

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