Incredible Indonesian Rendang

About this course

The class covers the preparation of a fiery Indonesian spice paste and its transformation into rendang, using either beef or oyster mushrooms. Participants also practise knife skills while preparing a pineapple salad, make a hot and sour dressing, cook basmati rice and prepare toasted coconut and herb garnishes. Demonstrations are followed by hands-on work in pairs at cooking stations. The finished dishes are served at a chef’s table, with the option to pack them to take home.

What you'll learn

• Prepare an Indonesian spice paste by pounding and combining staple ingredients.
• Use the paste to make a beef or oyster mushroom rendang with an aromatic poaching liquor.
• Apply knife skills to dice and slice fruit and fresh herbs for a salad.
• Balance palm sugar, chillies, fish sauce and lime in a hot and sour dressing.
• Cook fluffy basmati rice and prepare toasted coconut and fresh herb garnishes.

Is this course right for you?

The course is listed as suitable for all levels. Participation combines demonstrations with hands-on cooking in pairs, including pairing with another learner for solo bookings. Learners take part at cooking stations before eating the prepared dishes at the chef’s table or packing them to take home.

• Solo attendees may be paired with another participant.

Before you go

• All ingredients, equipment and aprons are provided.
• A digital recipe pack is provided for recreating the dishes at home.
• Participants can eat the prepared food at the chef’s table or pack it to take home.
• A glass of sparkling wine or a soft drink is provided on arrival.