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Name: Authentic Kacang Pool Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 90 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Malaysia
Ingredients: 250 grams dried red beans (kacang merah), soaked overnight; 5 liters water, for boiling beans; 250 grams minced meat (beef or chicken); 3 tablespoons cooking oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1-inch ginger, grated; 2 stalks lemongrass, white part only, bruised; 2 tablespoons chili paste (cili boh); 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder; 400 grams tomato sauce (1 standard can); 200 ml water or reserved bean broth; 1 tablespoon tamarind paste (asam jawa), mixed with 3 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon sugar, to taste; 1 teaspoon salt, to taste; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, to taste; 2 large tomatoes, cut into wedges; 1/2 cup chopped celery or Chinese celery (daun sup), for garnish

Kacang Pool

🇲🇾 Malaysia

Peninsular Malaysia

A hearty dish with a blend of beans, minced meat, and a spicy tomato sauce.

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