Malaysian Sweet Spiced Beef (Daging Kicip)

Servings: 8

Ingredients:

4 Cloves Garlic, sliced

1 Inch Ginger, sliced

1 1/2 Cups Water

2 Pounds Beef, cubed

1 Whole Star Anise

2 Pods Cardamom

1 Inch Cinnamon Stick

2 Whole Clove

1/4 Teaspoon Pepper

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

1 Medium Onion, finely chopped

1/4 Teaspoon Turmeric

1/2 Teaspoon Cayenne

1 Tablespoon Tomato Paste

3 Tablespoons Black Soy Sauce

1 Teaspoon Sugar

Lemon Wedges, for garnish

Cooking Instructions:

Process garlic and ginger to a smooth paste with 1 tablespoon of water. Set aside. Heat a skillet without oil. Add beef, star anise, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves and pepper. Fry for 4 minutes. Add oil, onion, garlic paste, turmeric, cayenne, tomato paste, soy sauce and sugar. Mix well for 2 minutes. Add 1 cup water and bring to a boil. Simmer over low for 45 minutes. Serve with rice and lemons.

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