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🍜 Bakso Recipe (Indonesian Meatball Soup)

This authentic Bakso is a comforting Indonesian meatball soup made with tender beef balls, aromatic broth, noodles, and fresh toppings. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a warm, satisfying meal anytime.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Bakso

  • Authentic Indonesian flavor
  • Easy ingredients
  • Comforting and filling
  • Customizable with noodles & toppings
  • Family-friendly recipe

🥩 Ingredients for Bakso (Meatballs)

  • 500g ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tbsp tapioca flour (or cornstarch)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • ½ tsp sugar
  • Ice cubes (for firm texture)

🍲 Ingredients for Broth

  • 1.5 liters beef broth
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 shallots, sliced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oil

🍜 Optional Add-Ins

  • Egg noodles or rice noodles
  • Bok choy
  • Fried shallots
  • Scallions
  • Sambal
  • Lime wedges

🔥 How to Make Bakso (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Make the meatball mixture

Blend the ground beef, garlic, onion, egg, tapioca flour, salt, pepper, and sugar until it forms a smooth, sticky paste.

Step 2: Shape the meatballs

Wet your hands or use spoons. Form small round balls. Drop them directly into ice-cold water to firm.

Step 3: Cook the meatballs

Boil a pot of water, then reduce heat. Add the meatballs and cook until they float to the top.

Step 4: Prepare the broth

Sauté garlic and shallots in oil. Add beef broth, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 5: Assemble the Bakso

In a bowl, add:

  • Cooked noodles
  • Meatballs
  • Hot broth

Top with fried shallots, scallions, sambal, and lime juice.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

Serve Bakso with:

  • Noodles
  • Steamed rice
  • Crispy fried shallots
  • Homemade sambal
  • Lime wedges

❄ How to Store

  • Meatballs: Refrigerate 3–4 days or freeze up to 2 months
  • Broth: Refrigerate 3 days or freeze 1 month
  • Reheat gently before serving

❓ FAQs About Bakso

What is Bakso made of?

Traditional Bakso is made from beef paste mixed with tapioca flour.

Why are the meatballs bouncy?

Blending the meat mixture until sticky creates the classic bouncy texture.

Can I use chicken instead of beef?

Yes, chicken or shrimp bakso are popular variations.

Can Bakso be made without tapioca flour?

You can use cornstarch, but the texture will be slightly different.

🔗 Similar Recipes

  • Soto Ayam
  • Nasi Goreng
  • Mie Goreng
  • Chicken Satay
  • Indonesian Meatball Noodle Soup

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