Diced Beef in Black Sauce Soup
1.
Heat 2 Tbs. oil and stir-fry the spice paste for a minute
or two. 2.
Add
bay leaves, kaffir's lime leaves, galangal, lemongrass, salt and pepper.
Stir-fry until fragrant. 3.
Add
the beef cubes and stir fry for a minute. 4.
Meanwhile,
heat water in a large pot and add the stir-fried beef cubes and cook on
low heat until the meat is tender and flavor of the spices have been
absorbed. 5.
If
the water level dropped too much, add hot water. 6.
Serve
with bean
sprouts and basil. Makes 3-4 servings. |