BEEF STEWED WITH TOMATO, STAR ANISE, AND LEMONGRASS
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the beef, lemongrass, fish sauce, five-spice powder, ginger, brown sugar, and bay leaf. Mix well with chopsticks to coat the beef evenly. Set aside to marinate for 30 minutes.
- In a heavy-bottomed 5-quart Dutch oven, heat the oil over high heat until hot but not smoking. Working in batches, add the beef and sear on all sides, then transfer to a plate. Each batch should take about 3 minutes. Reserve the lemongrass and bay leaf from the marinade and discard the rest.
- Lower the heat to medium-low, add the onion, and cook gently, stirring, for 4 to 5 minutes, or until fragrant and soft. Add the tomato and salt and stir to combine. Cover and cook for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the mixture is fragrant and has reduced to a rough paste. Check occasionally to make sure the tomato mixture is not sticking to the bottom of the pan. If it is, stir well and splash in some water.
- When the paste has formed, add the beef, lemongrass, bay leaf, and star anise, give the contents of the pot a bit stir, and cook, uncovered, for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and penetrate the beef. Add the water, bring to a boil, cover, lower the heat to a simmer, and cook for 1 1/4 hours, or until the beef is chewy-tender (a sign that it is close to being done). To test for doneness, press on a piece; it should yield but still feel firm.
- Add the carrots and return the stew to a simmer, adjusting the heat if needed. Cook, uncovered, for about 30 minutes, or until the carrots and beef are tender. (This stew may be made up to 2 days in advance. Let cool, cover, and refrigerate, then bring to a simmer before continuing.)
- Just before serving, do a final taste test. Add salt or a shot of fish sauce to intensify the overall flavor. Or, splash in a bit of water to lighten the sauce. Transfer the stew to a serving dish, removing and discarding the lemongrass, bay leaf, and star anise. Garnish with the Vietnamese coriander and serve.
- How to Seed Tomatoes
- Holding each tomato half over a bowl or the sink, squeeze gently to release the seeds and gelatinous insides. For reluctant seeds, use a finger to loosen them. Then, with a swift shaking motion of the wrist, empty out the seeds.
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[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. The stew is absolutely delicious. The beef is so tender and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. The flavors are amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Bd akash Islam 000
[email protected]This stew is so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love the combination of tomato, star anise, and lemongrass. It's a perfect dish for a cold winter night.
elliot henriksson
[email protected]I've made this stew several times and it's always a hit. The flavors are so well-balanced and the beef is always so tender. I love the addition of star anise and lemongrass. It really makes the dish special.
Logan Manuel Blanco
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The stew is so flavorful and the beef is so tender. I love the unique flavor that the star anise and lemongrass add. It's a perfect dish for a special occasion.
SM Ariyan Atik
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. The stew is absolutely delicious. The beef is so tender and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. The flavors are amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Shanice Edwards
[email protected]This stew is so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love the combination of tomato, star anise, and lemongrass. It's a perfect dish for a busy weeknight.
Haadi gujjar
[email protected]I made this stew for my family last night and they loved it! The beef was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. The flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Robert Emmanuel
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The stew is so flavorful and the beef is so tender. I love the addition of star anise and lemongrass. It really takes the dish to the next level.
Reilly Hitching
[email protected]This stew is amazing! I love the unique flavor that the star anise and lemongrass add. The beef is so tender and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Anis Jokhio
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of beef stew, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavors are so well-balanced and the beef is so tender. I will definitely be making this again.
maxamuud mahdi
[email protected]This beef stew is now my go-to recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I love the combination of tomato, star anise, and lemongrass. It's a perfect dish for a cold winter night.
Kiryl M
[email protected]I made this stew last night and it was a hit! The flavors were incredible and the beef was so tender. I will definitely be making this again.
Paul cummings
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the stew turned out great. The beef was tender and the vegetables were cooked just right. I especially liked the addition of star anise and lemongrass. They really added a depth of flavor to the stew.
Katherine Young
[email protected]I've been looking for a new beef stew recipe and this one didn't disappoint. The star anise and lemongrass added a unique flavor that I really enjoyed. My family loved it too! Thanks for sharing this recipe.
Nambuye Walubengo
[email protected]This beef stew is simply amazing. The flavors of the tomato, star anise, and lemongrass come together perfectly, creating a rich and complex dish. The beef is fall-apart tender and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making