Spicy Beef Chili Sauce

Cooking StepsHow to cook Spicy Beef Chili Sauce step by step

Cooking Process

1. 
   Step 1

   Heat the wok with cool oil (use plenty of oil). Add ginger slices first, then star anise, onion, and cilantro.

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2. 
   Step 2

   Slow-fry over low heat until lightly golden. Don’t over-fry or it will turn bitter.

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3. 
   Step 3

   Remove the aromatics from the oil, then add the beef.

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4. 
   Step 4

   Stir-fry the beef vigorously to evaporate all the moisture. Continue until the oil separates from the meat. Add minced ginger, then add minced garlic and fry until lightly golden.

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5. 
   Step 5

   Add the shiitake mushrooms.

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6. 
   Step 6

   Add the chili peppers (I mixed mild red chilies with bird’s eye chilies to balance the heat).

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7. 
   Step 7

   Add the soybean paste and sweet bean paste (I blended them in a food processor first for a smoother texture).

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8. 
   Step 8

   Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the oil separates from the sauce. Add one spoonful of salt, one spoonful of sugar, and a splash of high-proof baijiu. Remove from heat and let cool.

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9. 
   Step 9

   Serve hot over noodles — absolutely delicious!

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