Bakso Sapi (Indonesian Beef Meatball Soup)

Savor the comforting flavors of *Bakso Sapi (Indonesian Beef Meatball Soup)*, a beloved street food dish that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender, springy beef meatballs made with a blend of ground beef, tapioca flour, and aromatic garlic, simmered to perfection in a rich, clear beef broth infused with the essence of slow-cooked beef bones. Served over a bed of thin egg noodles and crunchy bean sprouts, this soup is elevated with garnishes of fried shallots and fresh spring onions, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors. With its fragrant, savory aroma and hearty appeal, Bakso Sapi is an authentic taste of Indonesia that’s both satisfying and easy to recreate at home. Perfect for a cozy family meal or an impressive dinner for guests, this dish will transport you straight to the vibrant street markets of Indonesia.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 100 grams tapioca flour
• 5 tablespoons ice cold water
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 500 grams beef bones
• 2 liters water
• 4 shallots, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 200 grams cooked thin egg noodles
• 100 grams bean sprouts
• 2 tablespoons chopped spring onions
• 2 tablespoons fried shallots

Directions

Step 1

In a bowl, combine the ground beef, tapioca flour, minced garlic, salt, white pepper, and baking powder. Gradually add cold water while mixing, until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil. Using wet hands, form meatballs from the beef mixture, roughly the size of a ping-pong ball. Drop the meatballs into the boiling water.

Step 3

Once the meatballs rise to the surface, cook for an additional 5 minutes before removing them from the water with a slotted spoon. Set aside.

Step 4

To prepare the broth, add beef bones to a large pot with 2 liters of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 45 minutes, skimming off any foam for a clear broth.

Step 5

In a small pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the thinly sliced shallots until crispy and golden. Drain on paper towels and set aside.

Step 6

Strain the beef broth to remove the bones, returning the clear broth to the pot. Add the cooked meatballs to the broth and heat through.

Step 7

To serve, place a portion of cooked egg noodles in each bowl. Add some bean sprouts, then ladle the hot broth and meatballs over the noodles.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped spring onions and fried shallots before serving. Enjoy your warm, comforting bowl of Bakso Sapi.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3653.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3476.5

Total Fat 222.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.3g
Cholesterol 727.6mg	0%
Sodium 4685.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.4g
Protein 197.0g	0%

Vitamin D 31.0IU	0%
Calcium 357.7mg	0%
Iron 28.3mg	0%
Potassium 2832.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.0%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 19.3%