Fast Food Rendang

Ingredients

While the original Indonesian Rendang is slow-cooked for hours to achieve its tender texture and intense flavors, this Fast Food Rendang recipe takes a shortcut by using pre-cooked beef and a flavorful sauce that can be prepared quickly. The traditional spices and seasonings are still incorporated to capture the essence of Rendang, but in a fast and convenient way. We alse have the original recipe for Rendang, so you can check it out.

• 1 pound (450g) pre-cooked shredded beef 1 pound (450g) pre-cooked shredded beef
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-sized ginger, grated 1 thumb-sized ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Rendang curry paste 2 tablespoons Rendang curry paste
• 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste
• 4 burger buns 4 burger buns
• Lettuce, tomato, and onion slices for garnish Lettuce, tomato, and onion slices for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 400 kcal / 1674 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 10g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 5g
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant and the onion is translucent.
2. 2.
   Add the Rendang curry paste to the pan and cook for a minute to release its flavors.
3. 3.
   Pour in the coconut milk and stir well to combine with the curry paste.
4. 4.
   Add the pre-cooked shredded beef to the pan and mix it with the sauce.
5. 5.
   Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, and salt. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5-10 minutes, until the flavors meld together.
6. 6.
   Toast the burger buns until lightly golden.
7. 7.
   Assemble the burgers by placing a generous amount of the Fast Food Rendang mixture on the bottom half of each bun. Top with lettuce, tomato, and onion slices. Cover with the top half of the bun.
8. 8.
   Serve the Fast Food Rendang burgers immediately.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef — If you don't have pre-cooked shredded beef, you can use leftover roast beef or slow-cooked beef that has been shredded.
• Rendang curry paste — Look for ready-made Rendang curry paste in the international or Asian section of your grocery store. Alternatively, you can make your own by combining spices like lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, and chili.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of flavor, add a squeeze of lime juice to the Fast Food Rendang mixture before assembling the burgers.
• If you prefer a spicier burger, add some sliced jalapenos or chili sauce to the garnish.
• To save time, you can prepare the Rendang sauce in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just reheat it before assembling the burgers.
• Customize your burger by adding your favorite condiments such as mayonnaise or hot sauce.
• If you want a more indulgent burger, melt some cheese on top of the Fast Food Rendang mixture before assembling.

Serving advice

Serve the Fast Food Rendang burgers with a side of crispy french fries or sweet potato fries for a complete fast food experience.

Presentation advice

To make the Fast Food Rendang burgers look even more appetizing, you can lightly toast the burger buns on a grill or in a toaster for grill marks.