Braised Beef

Get this simple recipe for braised beef for that savory-sweet tender chunks of beef that is rich of flavor and spices. Inspired by Chowking's braised beef rice toppings.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 medium onion (- chopped)
• 1-2 cloves garlic (- minced)
• 1 pound beef brisket (- cut into cubes)
• 2-3 cups water
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3-4 pieces star anise
• 3-4 pieces cloves
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 cup carrot (- cut round about an inch thick)
• 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch (- dissolved in 1/4 cup water)
• spring onions (- chopped, for garnish)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Then saute garlic and onion until slightly tender. Add the chunk of beef and sear the meat in hot oil on all sides, about 5-7 minutes total.
2. 2Add the rest of the ingredients except for the carrots, cornstarch and spring onions and bring to a simmer, cover pot with lid and turn the heat to low. Let it cook for 40-50 minutes or until the meat is fork tender. You may need to add some water if beef is not yet tender at this point.
3. 3Stir in the carrots and cornstarch mixture and boil the sauce for about 5 minutes or until reduced and becomes thick.
4. 4Serve on top of steamy rice bowls and garnish with some chopped spring onions.