Braised Tendons Dongbei
Chinese Chinese - Dongbei Northeastern Cuisine

Braised Tendons Dongbei

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 700g beef tendon, cut into 4cm pieces
  • • 3 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine
  • • 5 slices ginger
  • • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • • 2 star anise
  • • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • • 1 tbsp rock sugar
  • • 800ml beef stock

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Boil the tendon pieces for 5 minutes, drain, and rinse well.

2
Phase 2

Fry ginger, garlic, and star anise in oil until fragrant.

3
Phase 3

Add the tendon, wine, both soy sauces, rock sugar, and stock.

4
Phase 4

Bring to a boil, then simmer gently for 2 hours until soft and gelatinous.

5
Phase 5

Uncover and simmer until the sauce coats the tendon thickly.

6
Phase 6

Rest for 10 minutes and serve hot.