Braised Beef
Get this simple recipe for braised beef for that savory-sweet tender chunks of beef that is rich of flavor and spices. Inspired by Chowking's braised beef rice toppings.
Servings: 3
Calories: 409kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 medium onion - chopped
- 1-2 cloves garlic - minced
- 1 pound beef brisket - cut into cubes
- 2-3 cups water
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3-4 pieces star anise
- 3-4 pieces cloves
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
- 1 cup carrot - cut round about an inch thick
- ½ tablespoon cornstarch - dissolved in ¼ cup water
- spring onions - chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Then saute garlic and onion until slightly tender. Add the chunk of beef and sear the meat in hot oil on all sides, about 5-7 minutes total.
- Add the rest of the ingredients except for the carrots, cornstarch and spring onions and bring to a simmer, cover pot with lid and turn the heat to low. Let it cook for 40-50 minutes or until the meat is fork tender. You may need to add some water if beef is not yet tender at this point.
- Stir in the carrots and cornstarch mixture and boil the sauce for about 5 minutes or until reduced and becomes thick.
- Serve on top of steamy rice bowls and garnish with some chopped spring onions.
Nutrition
Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 1509mg | Potassium: 754mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 7170IU | Vitamin C: 5.9mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 4.4mg