Rendang is the number one signature dish of Minangkabau, which spreads throughout the region. It has gained its popularity globally when in 2011 CNN Travel Readers’ Choice named Rendang as #1 World’s Best Food. Most recently, hype on Rendang has been reinstated when in 2020, NatGeo’s Unchartered program hosted by Gordon Ramsay (British Chef & TV personality) featured Rendang as the highlight of Minangkabau food culture.
Rendang is the number one signature dish of Minangkabau, which spreads throughout the region. It has gained its popularity globally when in 2011 CNN Travel Readers’ Choice named Rendang as #1 World’s Best Food. Most recently, hype on Rendang has been reinstated when in 2020, NatGeo’s Unchartered program hosted by Gordon Ramsay (British Chef & TV personality) featured Rendang as the highlight of Minangkabau food culture.
Literally in the Minangkabau language, Rendang means “Marandang” or cooking slowly to reduce the moisture to create a dried caramelized stew. Rendang serves as an expression of gratitude and respect. It is a must-have dish in any festivity, either for celebrating newborns, weddings, Eid Mubarak, or any ritual feasts. Rendang also plays a gastro-diplomacy function, whereby serving guests with Rendang bestows the highest appreciation to the guests. Due to its slow-cook method combined with tons of spices resulting in a dried caramelized stew, Rendang naturally can have a shelf life of up to 2 months, making it a perfect thoughtful gift for friends and families.
While Beef Rendang is the most popular one, Minangkabau people have hundreds of Rendang varieties that are differentiated by the type of main ingredients, selection of spices, cooking methods, texture, and size profile. From the animal-based main ingredients to the vegan ones, they all have it. Each region within Minangkabau has its style of Rendang, and even each household might come up with its signature Rendang.
One of the highlights of the Sumatra authentic rendang recipe is the Vegan Banana Blossom Curry. The unique taste and texture, good nutritional content, and abundant resources make banana blossom one of the ingredients for rendang. We hope to add value to the banana blossom as a superfood that becomes an alternative dish. In addition to its great quality, Banana Blossom Vegan Rendang is also processed with great detail to food safety and security aspects so that it is safe and healthy for consumption.
Indulge your craving for this vegan banana blossom curry and serve it for a special dinner with your loved ones!
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