Braised Beef Noodles 🍜🥩🌶️
Ingredients:
Beef brisket or shank 🥩
Chinese noodles (wheat-based) 🍜
Beef broth 🍲
Soy sauce 🥢
Chinese five-spice 🌶️
Star anise 🌟
Fresh ginger (sliced) 🧑🍳
Garlic (minced) 🧄
Chili oil 🌶️🔥
Bok choy 🥬
Green onions (chopped) 🌱
Steps:
Braise the Beef:
In a large pot, combine beef brisket or shank with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, Chinese five-spice, and star anise.
Add enough beef broth to cover the meat and bring it to a simmer.
Braise for 1-2 hours, or until the beef is tender and can be easily shredded.
Prepare the Broth & Noodles:
While the beef is braising, prepare the beef broth and cook the Chinese noodles according to package instructions.
Drain the noodles and set them aside.
Combine Noodles & Broth:
Once the beef is done, combine the cooked noodles and hot beef broth in a bowl.
Add the braised beef on top, making sure to include some of the rich, flavorful broth.
Garnish:
Garnish with bok choy, green onions, and a drizzle of chili oil for an extra kick of flavor. 🌶️🥬
Serve:
Enjoy your hearty, comforting bowl of braised beef noodles! This dish is perfect for cozy nights or when you're craving something savory and satisfying. 😋🍲