Rendang, a fragrant and rich curry simmered to perfection, is a cornerstone of Malaysian cuisine. But for those who crave a fiery kick, Rendang Cili Padi offers a Malaysian twist on this classic, incorporating the searing heat of bird’s eye chilies (cili padi).
A Kick of Cili Padi:
Rendang in Negeri Sembilan is different from rendang cooked in other states because rendang uses only rice chili and does not use dried chili. This rice chili rendang indeed very tasty and easy to prepare, if the spiciness is doubled it’s also double the fun. Rendang Cili Padi takes this foundation and adds a uniquely Malaysian touch with an abundance of cili padi. These vibrant red chilies, a staple in Malaysian cooking, transform the dish with their fiery heat and beautiful color.
Balancing the Spice:
This dish is very suitable if eaten with lemang or ketupat, especially during Eid. Preparation for making rendang is very easy, there are several types of ingredients that can be made shady The ingredients consist of meat, chicken and so on. Beef rendang usually not mixed with side ingredients. However, in certain circumstances, there are also ingredients such as jackfruit, maman and yam shoots. This rice chili rendang is cooked until it is dry and does not immediately become gravy. A good type of meat to make rendang is buffalo meat, chicken, duck, bird, moth, deer and deer except beef. This is because if you use beef, this rendang will be less beautiful because it is difficult to dry where the meat has a lot of water.
Enjoying Rendang Cili Padi:
Rendang Cili Padi is a versatile dish, perfect with fluffy white rice, fragrant nasi lemak (coconut rice), or ketupat (woven rice dumplings). It’s a popular choice for those who love the bold flavors of Malaysian food and want to challenge their heat tolerance.
Rendang Cili Padi is a beloved dish throughout Malaysia, readily available at restaurants or as a home-cooked specialty. You can also find recipes online or experiment in your kitchen to create your own version. Just remember, adjust the chili quantity based on your spice preference – a little goes a long way with these fiery chilies!
Article by Mika Natalia
