Coto Makassar

Description

Coto Makassar is a rich and aromatic beef soup from Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, deeply rooted in the culinary heritage of the Bugis and Makassarese people. Traditionally made with beef and various innards such as tripe and liver, the meat is slow-cooked until tender in a spiced broth infused with peanuts, lemongrass, galangal, and other local spices. What sets Coto Makassar apart is its distinctive broth, which combines the savory depth of beef stock with a subtle nuttiness from ground roasted peanuts, creating a creamy, slightly oily texture that's both hearty and comforting. The soup is typically served steaming hot, accompanied by burasa or ketupat, which help balance the rich, spiced flavors of the broth. It is often garnished with sliced scallions, fried shallots, and a squeeze of lime, and diners can add chili paste or sweet soy sauce to adjust the heat and sweetness to their liking.