Braised Beef Noodle

Braised Beef Noodle is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender beef simmered in a rich, savory broth, served over chewy noodles. This dish combines flavors of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for a satisfying and protein-packed meal.

Ingredients

• Beef chuck - 300 grams, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
• Soy sauce - 60 ml
• Shaoxing wine - 30 ml
• Beef broth - 500 ml
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon (15 grams)
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Star anise - 2 pieces
• Cinnamon stick - 1 piece
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Noodles (egg or wheat) - 200 grams
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced ginger and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
2. Add the beef cubes to the pot and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Pour in the soy sauce and Shaoxing wine, stirring to coat the beef.
4. Add the beef broth, brown sugar, star anise, and cinnamon stick to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
5. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender, stirring occasionally.
6. While the beef is braising, cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
7. Once the beef is tender, taste the broth and season with salt and pepper as needed.
8. To serve, place a portion of noodles in a bowl, ladle the braised beef and broth over the noodles, and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains iron from beef, which is essential for healthy blood and energy levels.

Tags