Introduction: Panggang Geleng is one of the traditional culinary specialties from the Sumatra region, especially South Sumatra. This food is made from grilled meat and is usually served with special spices that are absorbed into the meat. The "geleng" process refers to the way the meat is rotated or flipped when grilling so that it is evenly cooked and has a soft texture and distinctive aroma. This dish is often served at big events or special days, because it has a savory and delicious taste. Slot Raffi Ahmad 77
This article will explain the steps to make Panggang Geleng, including the ingredients needed, how to process the meat, and the right grilling techniques.
1. Ingredients Needed
Before starting, prepare the following ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
1 kg beef (choose meat with little fat to make it more tender)
2 tablespoons lime juice (for marinating)
2 tablespoons coconut oil (to brush the meat while grilling)
Fine Seasonings:
6 cloves garlic
10 shallots
4 candlenuts, roasted
2 pieces of ginger
2 pieces of galangal
2 stalks of lemongrass (take the white part)
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon brown sugar or granulated sugar
2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce (optional, for a sweet and savory taste)
Spice Seasoning (Optional):
3 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon melted butter or coconut oil
2. Meat Preparation Steps
A. Cleaning and Cutting the Meat:
Wash the beef with clean water and drain.
Cut the meat into thin slices or according to taste (about 1 cm thick). Try to cut against the grain of the meat so that the results are more tender when cooked.
B. Marinate the Meat:
Coat the meat with lime juice to remove the fishy smell, and let it sit for 10 minutes.
Rinse the meat with clean water and drain again.
After that, puree all the spices using a blender or traditional pestle until it becomes a smooth paste.
Spread the spices evenly over the entire surface of the meat. Massage the meat with the spices so that the spices are perfectly absorbed.
Leave the seasoned meat in a closed container for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator (the longer it is left, the more the spices will absorb).
3. Meat Grilling Technique
The grilling process is the key to making delicious Panggang Geleng. You can grill the meat over charcoal or use an oven if you don't have a traditional grill. However, grilling over charcoal gives a more authentic aroma.
A. Grilling with Charcoal:
Prepare a charcoal grill and light the charcoal until it glows.
Once the charcoal is hot enough, place the meat on the grill. Make sure the distance between the meat and the charcoal is not too close so that it does not burn quickly.
Brush the meat with coconut oil to keep it soft and not dry when grilled.
Grill the meat by turning it periodically using tongs. This flipping technique is known as "geleng" which ensures the meat is evenly cooked.
Occasionally, brush the meat with a mixture of sweet soy sauce and melted butter during the grilling process to add a savory sweet taste.
Grill the meat for 20-30 minutes, depending on the thickness of the meat, until it is browned and smells of a typical grilled aroma.
B. Grilling with an Oven:
If using an oven, preheat the oven to 180°C.
Prepare a baking sheet that has been lined with aluminum foil or greased with a little oil.
Place the marinated meat on the baking sheet.
Grill the meat for 30-40 minutes. Don't forget to turn the meat after the first 15-20 minutes so that it cooks evenly.
Apply the marinade every 10 minutes to maintain tenderness and provide a rich flavor.
4. Serving Panggang Geleng
Once the meat is cooked, remove and let it sit for 5 minutes before cutting it into pieces so that the meat juices can be absorbed again. Serve Panggang Geleng with warm rice, chili sauce, and fresh vegetables such as cucumber, tomato, and basil leaves.
If you want to be more authentic, Panggang Geleng can be served with typical Sumatran chili sauce such as Sambal Tempoyak (fermented durian) or Sambal Terasi which is spicy and savory. This combination will make the taste of the dish even more delicious and appetizing.
Additional Tips:
Selecting Meat: Choose beef that has a little layer of fat so that it is softer and juicier when grilled.
Seasoning: For better results, marinate the meat overnight in the refrigerator so that the spices really absorb.
Cutting Meat: Cut the meat against the grain so that it is more tender when chewed.
Grilling Technique: Do not grill the meat for too long over high heat because it can make the meat dry out and burn quickly. Keep the charcoal or oven temperature stable.
Conclusion:
Panggang Geleng is a traditional dish that is rich in flavor and very delicious. The process of making it is simple, but requires attention to the grilling and marinating techniques so that