Rendang

• Rendang is a popular dish of meat stewed in coconut milk and spices, commonly found in Malaysia,Singapore and Indonesia. It has a long history in the region with distinct versions unique to individual  Malaysian states that use different ingridients for the rempah [Malay for "spice mix"],thus resulting in differing flavours to the meat.
• History
• Rendang is believed to originate from West Sumatra and water buffalo was tradionally used as the meat. The dish signifies the wealth of the person or community that can afford to put down a water buffalo for consumption. Water buffalos, however, tend to be tougher than common beef found in most Western countries. To make it more palatable , the meat of the buffalo is thus cooked in large quantities, often using a large work. Rendang was originally wrapped in plantain or banana leaves for consumption on long journeys.
• The dish today is considered a celebratory meal,served regurlary during Hari Raya, a major feast day among Muslim Malays, and at Malay wedding.It is eaten