Daging goreng (fried beef)

Instructions

1. Cut the meat into thin strips of 5 mm and slice the lemongrass into very fine rounds.
2. Blend the onion, garlic, lemongrass, turmeric, soy sauce and sugar into a smooth paste.
3. Mix this paste into the meat and leave to marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
4. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
5. Fry the meat in small batches for 3 to 4 minutes, turning, until golden and crisp at the edges.
6. Drain on kitchen paper and repeat with the remaining meat.
7. Serve hot with the rice and cucumber rounds.