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Spicy Kambing Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 kg of lamb meat, cut into small pieces
- 2 liters of water
- 2 onions, chopped
- 5 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 inches of ginger, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons of salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 teaspoon of cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 2 stalks of lemongrass, bruised
- 4 kaffir lime leaves
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons of tamarind paste
- 2 tablespoons of sweet soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons of chopped scallions

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Ladle
- Knife
- Cutting board

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until fragrant.
3. Add the lamb meat and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Add the salt, black pepper, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and chili powder. Stir well.
5. Add the water, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 1 hour or until the lamb meat is tender.
7. Add the tomatoes, tamarind paste, and sweet soy sauce. Stir well.
8. Let it simmer for another 10 minutes.
9. Remove the lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves.
10. Garnish with chopped cilantro and scallions.


- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 6 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 40g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Lamb meat can be substituted with beef or chicken.
- Tamarind paste can be substituted with lime juice.

Variations:
- Add potatoes or carrots for a heartier soup.
- Use coconut milk instead of water for a creamier soup.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a pressure cooker to reduce cooking time.
- Serve with rice or bread for a complete meal.

Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a pot over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a bowl with a side of rice and garnish with cilantro and scallions.

Garnishes:
- Chopped cilantro and scallions.

Pairings:
- Serve with rice or bread.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed vegetables or a side salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too spicy, add more sweet soy sauce to balance the flavors.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the lamb meat is fully cooked before serving.

Food history:
- Kambing soup is a popular dish in Indonesia and Malaysia.

Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, savory, and slightly sour.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Spicy, Savory, Herby, Tangy, Aromatic