Xiao Jiu’s Soy-Braised Beef Shank

Cooking StepsHow to cook Xiao Jiu’s Soy-Braised Beef Shank step by step

Cooking Process

1. 
   Step 1

   Prepare the beef shank and aromatics.

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2. 
   Step 2

   Blanch the beef shank in boiling water.

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3. 
   Step 3

   Prepare the spice sachet with Sichuan peppercorns, bay leaves, and cinnamon.

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4. 
   Step 4

   Add light soy sauce and rock sugar to the braising liquid.

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5. 
   Step 5

   Place the beef into the braising pot.

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6. 
   Step 6

   Bring to a boil over high heat.

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7. 
   Step 7

   Reduce heat and continue braising.

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8. 
   Step 8

   Monitor the braising liquid level.

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9. 
   Step 9

   Continue simmering until beef is tender.

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10. 
    Step 10

    Check for doneness — beef should be easily pierced with chopsticks.

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11. 
    Step 11

    Let the beef cool in the braising liquid for better flavor absorption.

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12. 
    Step 12

    Remove the beef from the liquid.

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13. 
    Step 13

    Slice the beef against the grain.

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14. 
    Step 14

    Skim off the scum and foam from the surface.

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15. 
    Step 15

    Continue braising until the liquid reduces and thickens.

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16. 
    Step 16

    The finished braised beef should have a deep, rich color.

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17. 
    Step 17

    Let rest before slicing for cleaner cuts.

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18. 
    Step 18

    Arrange sliced beef on a serving plate.

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19. 
    Step 19

    Drizzle with some of the reduced braising sauce.

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20. 
    Step 20

    Serve and enjoy!

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21. 
    Step 21

    Close-up of the perfectly braised beef slices.

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