Light Chinese Beef Stew (Clear Broth Style 清燉牛肉) Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb Beef Shank, cut into 2 inch chunks
• 2 tbsp cooking oil
• 1 inch of Ginger, thinly sliced
• 2 stalks of Green onions, cut in to 2 inch length
• Salt, as desired
• 3 tbsp Rice Wine
• 2 Star Anise
• 2 tsp Sichuan peppercorn
• Dried red pepper, as desired (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Blanch the beef: Bring a pot of water...: Blanch the beef: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add beef chunks and cook until the outside is browned. Remove and set aside.

2. 2

   Stir fry aromatics: Heat oil in a wok...: Stir fry aromatics: Heat oil in a wok or pan over medium-high. Add ginger, green onions, and dried red peppers (if using). Stir fry ~1 minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add beef & spices: Add blanched beef, star...: Add beef & spices: Add blanched beef, star anise, and Sichuan peppercorns. Stir fry for ~5 minutes.

4. 4

   Simmer: Transfer to a medium pot. Add enough...: Simmer: Transfer to a medium pot. Add enough water to cover beef. Bring to a boil, reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours or until beef is tender.

5. 5

   Serve: Season with salt. Enjoy with rice, or...: Serve: Season with salt. Enjoy with rice, or turn into beef noodle soup by adding noodles and veggies!