Braised Beef Brisket

Cooking StepsHow to cook Braised Beef Brisket step by step

Cooking Process

1. 
   Step 1

   Prepare and measure out all ingredients.

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2. 
   Step 2

   Place the beef in cold water and bring to a boil to blanch. Keep the lid off the entire time. Once the water boils, remove the beef and rinse off the scum with hot water — make sure to use hot water, not cold.

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3. 
   Step 3

   Use a generous amount of oil. Add the scallions, ginger, and garlic to cold oil. Sauté until lightly golden.

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4. 
   Step 4

   Over medium heat, add the star anise, cassia bark, bay leaves, black cardamom husk, Sichuan peppercorns, and fennel seeds. Stir-fry about 10 times, then add the chopped dried chilies and doubanjiang. Fry until fragrant, being careful not to burn the paste.

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5. 
   Step 5

   Add the beef and stir-fry until the moisture is released, then pour in 500 ml of boiling water.

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6. 
   Step 6

   Cover and simmer on low heat for 2 hours.

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7. 
   Step 7

   After turning off the heat, garnish with a few scallion segments and cilantro sprigs.

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8. 
   Step 8

   Serve and enjoy — pairs wonderfully with rice!

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