The secret to this Chinese version of beef stew, brought to us by Martha's friend Lily Mei, is to cook the meat three times. It's first boiled, then sauteed in a hot wok, and finally simmered until tender.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Fill a large pot halfway with water, and bring to a boil. Add cubed beef, stirring often to prevent sticking. Cook for 1 minute. Drain beef into a colander, and shake to remove excess water.
- Heat wok over high heat. Add olive oil, swirling to coat the sides of wok. Add drained beef, and saute until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add ginger, white wine, soy sauce, brown sugar, star anise, and cinnamon. Continue to saute until evenly browned, about 5 minutes, stirring to combine.
- Add 1 cup water, and transfer beef mixture to a large pot. Add remaining 1 1/2 cups water, cover, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to simmer, and cook until meat is almost tender, 1 1/2 hours. Season with salt, and continue to simmer until meat is tender, 1/2 hour. Serve with steamed rice.
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Simpson Thompson
[email protected]This stew was amazing! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Rhonda Powell
[email protected]This stew was delicious! The beef was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Samson Alemshet
[email protected]This stew was amazing! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Andrea Foust
[email protected]This stew was delicious! The beef was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Jamesha Cummings
[email protected]This stew was amazing! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Zoe Dodds
[email protected]This stew was delicious! The beef was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Nosipho Mavundla
[email protected]This stew was amazing! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Swaviman Creation
[email protected]This stew was delicious! The beef was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Vajn Johnston
[email protected]This stew was amazing! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Chevandry Haarhoff
[email protected]This stew was delicious! The beef was so tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Nwadiuru Emmanuel
[email protected]This stew was amazing! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Soupy Gaming
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The stew was hearty and flavorful, and the beef was very tender. I will definitely be making this again.
tibor toth
[email protected]This stew is delicious! The beef is so tender and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
G HN
[email protected]This beef stew is amazing! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfect. The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection.