Low Fat Abon Sapi
Savor the authentic flavors of Indonesian cuisine with this healthier twist on Abon Sapi, known as "Low Fat Abon Sapi." This recipe transforms shredded lean beef into a flavorful, low-fat delight, ideal for guilt-free indulgence. The beef is simmered to tenderness, blended with aromatic spices like lemongrass, ginger, and coriander, and slowly cooked to achieve a dry, brittle texture reminiscent of traditional beef floss—but with reduced oil and sodium. Perfect as a topping for rice, a sandwich filling, or a protein-packed snack, this crowd-pleasing dish delivers bold taste while catering to health-conscious eaters. Ready in just two hours, it’s easy to prepare and stores conveniently for up to a week, making it a must-try for meal prep enthusiasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Lean beef
- 3 tbsp Low sodium soy sauce
- 500 ml Water
- 5 pieces Shallots
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 inch Ginger
- 2 stalks Lemongrass
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 1 tsp Ground white pepper
- 2 tbsp Palm sugar
- 1 tsp Salt
- 5 pieces Lime leaves
- 2 pieces Bay leaves
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
Instructions
Cut the lean beef into large chunks.
In a pot, add beef and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer and cook until tender, about 1 hour.
Dice the shallots, chop the garlic, julienne the ginger, and bruise the lemongrass.
Remove the beef from the pot and let it cool. Reserve the broth.
Shred the beef finely using a fork or by hand.
In a blender, make a paste with shallots, garlic, ginger, coriander powder, white pepper, and a small amount of the reserved broth.
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat, add vegetable oil, and saute the paste until fragrant.
Add shredded beef to the pan along with the soy sauce, palm sugar, lime leaves, bay leaves, and salt.
Cook over low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding reserved broth in small amounts to keep it moist.
Continue to stir and cook until the beef is dry and brittle in texture, but not burnt.
Adjust the seasoning if needed with extra soy sauce or salt before serving or storing.
Let cool and store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.8 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.9 g | 169% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 450 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 4505 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.4 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.2 g | ||
| Protein | 142.3 g | 285% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 321 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 28.4 mg | 158% | |
| Potassium | 3709 mg | 79% | |
*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.
