Chinese
Chinese - Stir fries and Mains
Braised Beef Shank
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 5cm chunks
- • 3 tbsp Shaoxing wine
- • 3 tbsp soy sauce
- • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- • 3 slices ginger
- • 4 star anise
- • 1 cinnamon stick
- • 1 tbsp rock sugar
- • 1 litre water
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Simmer the beef in boiling water for 5 minutes, then rinse and drain.
2
Phase 2
Fry the ginger, star anise, and cinnamon in a pot until fragrant.
3
Phase 3
Add the beef, soy sauces, Shaoxing wine, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil.
4
Phase 4
Cover and simmer gently for 2 hours until the beef is tender.
5
Phase 5
Uncover and simmer until the sauce thickens around the meat.
6
Phase 6
Slice thickly and spoon the reduced sauce over the top.