Rendang is a dish originated from Minangkabau (a West Sumatra Island in Indonesia) produced from mostly beef, but can also be made with chicken, duck or buffalo. The primary recipe, is milk squeezed from coconut then cooked and stewed with the meat for up to 2 hrs to allow the meat and coconut to reduce and dry up to encrust the tender beef pieces, producing an intensely flavored dry curry which can last up to 4 months, whilst the more wetter one 2 months.
Other than the intense delicious flavours, Rendang itself is also a philosophy.These are derived from the 4 main cooking components of the curry which symbolize the four philosophies contained in the Minang Kabau society.
1. The first philosophy is derived from Dagiang (meat). The meat used in the manufacture of rendang, is traditionally beef. This symbolises the traditional tribal leaders in West Sumatra, the “Ninik Mamak”.
2. The second philosophy is derived from Karambia (coconut). Coconut is a symbol of the intellect, and the intellectuals.
3. The third philosophy is derived from Lado (chili), this symbolises the scholars, and the spicy and assertive way in which the teaching of religion takes place.
4. The last philosophy is cooking (spices) that symbolizes the whole of society Minang.
So, when you’re cooking a rendang variety, it is more the symbolism of an ancient culture and society from which it was born.
At the present time, the Rendang cuisine has been progressively expanding to include variations such as jackfruit (rendang Cubadak), rendang egg, potato rendang and rendang lung! So try adding a bit of this traditional Sumatran flavor into your curry reportoire.
Accompany with any of our sambals.
This 240g jar will cook with approximately 10kg of meat, vegetables or seafood – 50 servings.
Ginny Hackney –
This is a winner – it is mild so everyone loves it; it is fabulous with any curry, particularly when accompanied by saffron rice and yoghurt. We have family members who expect to receive a jar every Christmas (this is a non negotiable gift)! Definitely my favourite Mudgeeraba chutney.
Heather badgery (verified owner) –
First purchased at Sydney Royal Easter Show. Love it!
Heather badgery (verified owner) –
FIRST PURCHASED AT SYDNEY Royal Easter Show.
Karen Thornton (verified owner) –
The best chutney I have ever tasted. I use it in so many ways
Nicolle Cooper (verified owner) –
Love this product. This is the second time we have had this and it never takes long before it is an empty jar. Typical flavours, but with a sugary hit of yumminess
Linda Simon (verified owner) –
A wonderful chutney that you can add to a meal with almost any meat. Great customer service. When the courier broke one of the jars, it was replaced within a couple of days.
Flavour & Spice (store manager) –
Glad you received your replacement quickly. Enjoy and thanks so much for the great feedback😀
Kim Reynolds (verified owner) –
I would highly recommend the date & almond chutney and the butter chicken spice. Really awesome products.
Flavour & Spice (store manager) –
Hi Kim, the 2 top faves! Happy to hear your enjoying them 🙂
Matthew Walsh (verified owner) –
Love your products. Especially this one.
Sent it to my brother and family as a special gift after he commented when I served it “this is the best thing I’ve ever tasted”.
Matthew Walsh (verified owner) –
Love your products. Especially this one!!
Sent it to my brother and family as a gift after he commented when I served it “this is the best thing I’ve ever tasted”.
Flavour & Spice (store manager) –
Awesome! it sure is good. Warning! It usually means a lot of cheese platters!
Matthew Walsh (verified owner) –
First purchased at Sawtell chilli festival and keep coming back for more!
Teresa –
Yummmmmm, I tried this for the 1st time at the Brisbane Food &Wine Festival, it was served on a cracker with yogurt/sour cream & OMGosh was it was mesmerizing. I need to buy some more real soon.
Yvonne Innis (verified owner) –
The Indian Date and Almond chutney is a firm favourite and would recommend it for a Curry meal every time.
Yvonne Innis (verified owner) –
The Indian Date and Almond chutney is a firm favourite and highly recommend it.
Ched (verified owner) –
A lovely mild flavoursome chutney. We tried it at our son-in-law’s and immediately ordered some!
Janet Cove (verified owner) –
Indian Date and Almond chutney is delicious! Bought some at Floriade Festival, and as soon as I tried it I jumped online and ordered more, plus a few hot sauces as gifts. I’m sure they will be a hit. The curry’s are great too. Thank you, looking forward to trying my other purchases. 😋
Maureen Friend (verified owner) –
First tried the chutney at Floriade 2 weeks ago where I bought 1 jar. . I’m hooked. Already received my first online order of 3 jars. Love it
Stuart McKinnon (verified owner) –
Best hot sauces around!
Joanne (verified owner) –
We love this product! Comes everywhere with us and doesn’t need refrigeration, perfect for camping.
Suzanne (verified owner) –
Indian Date and Almond Chutney is fantastic. I was disappointed that I had run out and could not use it as an accompaniment when I made my last Agra Lamb and Coconut Curry Marsala. So have just ordered 2 more online to replenish the pantry.