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Braised Beef Shank
This delicious dish offers a rich and savory taste with tender meat that becomes incredibly soft after slow braising. The blend of sweet soy sauces and spicy Sichuan peppercorns creates a perfect balance that adds depth to every bite. It is a wonderful choice for anyone looking to try a comforting classic that brings warmth […]
- Prep
- 3h 36m
- Cook
- 6h
- Total
- 9h 36m
- Servings
- 2
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spice
- 2/5
- Cuisine
- Chinese
IngredientsWhat you'll need for Braised Beef Shank
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| beef shank | |
| Sichuan peppercorns | |
| yellow soybean paste | |
| bay leaves | |
| cinnamon stick | |
| cooking wine | |
| light soy sauce | |
| dark soy sauce | |
| ginger | |
| star anise | |
| dried chili peppers | |
| fennel seeds |
- beef shank
- Sichuan peppercorns
- yellow soybean paste
- bay leaves
- cinnamon stick
- cooking wine
- light soy sauce
- dark soy sauce
- ginger
- star anise
- dried chili peppers
- fennel seeds
Cooking StepsHow to cook Braised Beef Shank step by step
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Step 1Use a toothpick to poke holes in the beef shank, then soak it in salt water to draw out the blood.
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Step 2Add water to a pot, then add cinnamon stick, star anise, bay leaves, fennel seeds, Sichuan peppercorns, dried hawthorn, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine, yellow soybean paste, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
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Step 3Place the cleaned beef shank in a clean container, then pour in the boiled and cooled marinade.
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Step 4The marinade should just cover the meat.
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Step 5Flip the meat over to ensure all sides are coated with the marinade.
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Step 6Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
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Step 7After refrigerating for 4-6 hours, transfer to a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce to medium heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Ready to serve.
Braised Beef Shank
This delicious dish offers a rich and savory taste with tender meat that becomes incredibly soft after slow braising. The blend of sweet soy sauces and spicy Sichuan peppercorns creates a perfect balance that adds depth to every bite. It is a wonderful choice for anyone looking to try a comforting classic that brings warmth […]
Ingredients
- beef shank
- Sichuan peppercorns
- yellow soybean paste
- bay leaves
- cinnamon stick
- cooking wine
- light soy sauce
- dark soy sauce
- ginger
- star anise
- dried chili peppers
- fennel seeds
Instructions
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Use a toothpick to poke holes in the beef shank, then soak it in salt water to draw out the blood.
-
Add water to a pot, then add cinnamon stick, star anise, bay leaves, fennel seeds, Sichuan peppercorns, dried hawthorn, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine, yellow soybean paste, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
-
Place the cleaned beef shank in a clean container, then pour in the boiled and cooled marinade.
-
The marinade should just cover the meat.
-
Flip the meat over to ensure all sides are coated with the marinade.
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Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
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After refrigerating for 4-6 hours, transfer to a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce to medium heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Ready to serve.
