Chinese
Chinese - Shaanxi and Northwestern
Braised Beef Shaanxi
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 800g beef shank, cut into 4cm cubes
- • 2 tbsp rapeseed oil
- • 30g rock sugar
- • 2 star anise
- • 1 cinnamon stick
- • 3 slices ginger
- • 3 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- • 3 tbsp light soy sauce
- • 1 litre beef stock
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Boil the beef for 5 minutes, then rinse and drain.
2
Phase 2
Melt the sugar in the oil until amber, then toss in the beef to coat.
3
Phase 3
Add the star anise, cinnamon, ginger, and wine.
4
Phase 4
Cover with the stock and simmer gently for 90 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Uncover and reduce the sauce until glossy and rich.
6
Phase 6
Serve hot over noodles or with flatbread.