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Chinese Braised Beef

Chinese Braised Beef

This Chinese Braised Beef features tender brisket simmered in rich flavors, perfect for any cozy dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Cozy Dinners
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 1500 g beef brisket the star ingredient that will simmer to tender perfection.
For the Sauce
  • 25 g Chu Hou Paste this fermented bean paste adds a unique depth of flavor.
  • 15 g Cooking wine enhances the umami profile and balances the richness of the beef.
  • 10 g Doubanjiang introduces a subtle heat and complexity.
  • 15 g Light soy sauce provides a savory base that intensifies flavor.
  • 15 g Oyster sauce adds a hint of sweetness and glaze.
  • 10 g White sugar rounds out flavors, balancing savory and spicy notes.
  • 8 g Salt essential for seasoning the brisket.
  • 5 g Soy sauce reinforces the savory taste.
For Aromatics and Veggies
  • 1 Green Onion freshens up the dish.
  • 1 small piece ginger adds warmth and aroma.
  • a few cloves garlic infuses the dish with delightful fragrance.
  • 1 white radish absorbs flavors during cooking.
  • optional vegetables feel free to add your favorites!

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Directions
  1. Cut the beef brisket into manageable pieces, ensuring they’re roughly equal in size for even cooking.
  2. In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Sauté the ginger, garlic, and green onion until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the beef brisket to the pot and sear on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in Chu Hou Paste, cooking wine, Doubanjiang, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, white sugar, salt, and soy sauce.
  5. Pour in enough water to cover the beef completely, then bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 120 minutes.
  7. In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the white radish and any optional vegetables.
  8. Before serving, taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure that your beef brisket is cut into uniform pieces to guarantee even cooking throughout. Avoid overcrowding the pot when searing the beef.

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