Beef rendang curry

1. Place the beetroot in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to the boil and cook for 25–30 minutes or until a knife pierces them easily. Drain and allow to
cool, then peel. Set aside until ready to use.
2. Heat the oil in a pan, then gently fry the onions, garlic and ginger. In a dry pan, toast the cumin and coriander seeds. Add the toasted spices to the onion mixture and
fry over a medium heat for 10 minutes, or until the onions are sweet and translucent.
3. Add the garam masala and pickled fish masala and stir through well. Fry gently for a further 5 minutes, then stir in the sugar and vinegar. Simmer over a low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and add the beetroot. Serve at room temperature or cold.
Photographs: TOBY MURPHY
Production: Khanya Mzongwana
Food Assistant: Leila-Ann Mokotedi