Tergoda Nikmatnya Semangkuk Sop Janda | REDAKSI (12/04/25)

Summary

The video showcases the famous 'Sop Janda' (spicy beef rib soup) from Cikarang, Bekasi. Known for its intense spiciness, the dish uses fresh beef ribs simmered for hours with a special blend of spices, including up to 50 kg of chili peppers daily. The video highlights the busy preparation process, starting early in the morning, and the dedication behind each bowl of this fiery soup. Despite the challenges, the soup's popularity has grown significantly, with customers drawn to the hearty portions of tender beef and the unique spicy flavor that defines this local culinary gem.

Takeaways

• 😀 The dish 'Sop Janda' (Spicy Beef Soup) is famous for its intense spiciness, featuring dozens of bird's eye chilies in each bowl.
• 😀 'Sop Janda' uses beef short ribs, which provide plenty of meat and bones that add a rich, savory flavor to the broth.
• 😀 The preparation of the soup starts early in the morning, with vendors cooking the soup since around 4:30 AM to serve customers by 6:00 AM.
• 😀 A key ingredient in the preparation is vinegar, which tenderizes the beef and enhances the broth's flavor while balancing out the richness of the meat.
• 😀 Each day, up to 350 kilograms of beef ribs and 50 kilograms of green chilies are used, showing the large scale of operations.
• 😀 The soup’s broth is cooked for about 3 hours to ensure the meat is tender and the flavors are fully developed.
• 😀 The soup can be ordered in varying spice levels: not spicy, medium spicy, or very spicy, with the extremely spicy version including up to 50 chilies in a single bowl.
• 😀 Freshly chopped green onions are sprinkled on every bowl to add flavor and aroma, with the shop using 20 to 30 bunches of green onions daily.
• 😀 The soup is paired with rice, with around 100 kilograms of rice cooked daily for the large number of customers.
• 😀 The history of 'Sop Janda' traces back to 1997 when a woman named Darmi, who was widowed, began selling the dish under this unique name to attract curiosity and customers.

Q & A

What is the unique selling point of Sop Janda?

The unique selling point of Sop Janda is its extreme spiciness, featuring dozens of chili peppers in each bowl, as well as its tender and flavorful beef ribs cooked in a savory broth.

How long does it take to prepare Sop Janda from start to finish?

It takes about 3 hours to prepare Sop Janda, from the initial boiling of the beef ribs to the final seasoning and adding the chili peppers.

What is the primary ingredient used in Sop Janda?

The primary ingredient in Sop Janda is beef ribs (Iga Sapi), which provides both a rich meaty texture and a flavorful bone broth.

How many chilies are used in one serving of Sop Janda?

Each serving of Sop Janda contains approximately 40 to 50 chilies, contributing to its fiery heat.

What does the name 'Sop Janda' refer to, and how did it come about?

The name 'Sop Janda' was coined by Darmi, a widow, who started selling this spicy beef rib soup in 1997. The unique name piqued people's curiosity, which helped make it famous.

Why is vinegar added to the soup while cooking?

Vinegar is added to the soup to help tenderize the beef by breaking down its proteins, as well as to balance the flavors and reduce any gamey taste from the meat.

What makes Sop Janda's broth clear despite the large amount of chili?

The broth remains clear because the chili peppers are ground coarsely before being mixed into the soup, which helps distribute the spice evenly without altering the clarity of the broth.

How much beef is used daily in preparing Sop Janda?

On weekdays, approximately 200 kilograms of beef ribs are used, while on weekends, this amount increases to between 300 and 350 kilograms.

What are the operating hours of Sop Janda, and when should customers visit to avoid missing out?

Sop Janda opens at 6:00 AM and closes around 2:00 PM, so customers should arrive early, as the food often sells out by the afternoon.

What is the cost of a typical meal at Sop Janda?

A typical bowl of Sop Janda costs IDR 55,000, and a portion of rice costs IDR 5,000, with unlimited servings of rice.