On cold days, nothing is better than enjoying a bowl of hot soup. Today, let’s get into the kitchen with TasteVN to make a delicious and attractive soup of tender braised beef ribs with 3 different cooking methods.
1. Braised beef ribs with lemongrass
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Preparation time
3 hours
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Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Braised beef ribs with lemongrass For 4 people
Beef ribs 1 kg Taro 1 tuber Green onions 3 stalks Lemongrass 4 stalks Shrimp paste 2 tablespoons (1/2 jar) Ground soy sauce 4 tablespoons (black soy sauce) Ginger 1/2 tuber Minced garlic 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Common spices a little (salt/seasoning granules/sugar)
How to choose delicious taro
- Size: Choose tubers that are medium-sized, not too large or too small.
- Shape: Choose tubers that are round and evenly shaped, similar to a chicken egg, with rough skin, many roots, and dirt sticking to the skin.
- Color: Choose taro with a cloudy white interior that has many purple stripes.
How to prepare Lemongrass Beef Ribs
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Prepare other ingredients
Taro should be washed clean of dirt and then peeled, after which it should be rinsed and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Green onions are cut into pieces about 2 finger lengths, lemongrass is smashed and cut into pieces about 3 finger lengths. Ginger is sliced and smashed.
How to peel taro without itching
- Leave the layer of dirt on the taro skin, then use dry hands to peel it. After that, soak the taro in diluted salt water for 10 minutes before cooking.
- Note that during the soaking process, you should not put your hands directly into the taro.
- Wear gloves to peel.
- If you happen to itch from peeling taro, you can hold your hands over the fire, soak your hands in salt water mixed with lemon juice, or crush green banana leaves and apply them to the itchy area for about 10 minutes to relieve the itching!
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Prepare and Blanch Beef Ribs
After purchasing the beef ribs, wash them thoroughly with diluted salt water to remove any residual blood and dirt, then rinse again with cold water.
Place a pot on the stove and bring it to a boil, add 1/2 of the chopped green onions and 1/3 of the smashed ginger, then add the beef ribs and blanch for 5 minutes before removing them to drain.
Tip:
- Boiling the beef ribs with green onions and ginger helps eliminate the odor of the ribs.
- Pre-boiling the beef ribs will help reduce the smell and make the broth clearer.
- Wash the ribs thoroughly before blanching to avoid any stubborn dirt sticking to the ribs.
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Stir-fry Beef Ribs
Add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil to the pan and add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
When the garlic is fragrant, add the beef ribs along with the remaining 1/2 amount of ginger, and mix well.
Into the pot, add 2 tablespoons of shrimp chili paste, 4 tablespoons of ground soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of seasoning powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and the smashed lemongrass cut into pieces, mix well and stir-fry until the ribs are firm and absorb the flavors.
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Cooking beef stew with lemongrass
Add 2 liters of water to the pot, cover, and simmer for 1.5 – 2 hours.
After the beef ribs are tender, add the taro and cook for another 10 minutes, and you can season to taste before turning off the heat.
Tip: You can use coconut water for a more naturally sweet flavor.
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Final product
The beef ribs are tender and aromatic, infused with delicious spices, combined with soft, creamy, and sweet taro, creating a wonderful dish. This dish can be served with rice, noodles, or bread, and it is all delicious.
2. Braised Beef Ribs with Papaya
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Preparation
1 hour 30 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Braised Beef Ribs with Papaya Serves 4
Beef ribs 1 kg Papaya 2 fruits Spring onions 5 stalks Coriander 5 stalks Shallots 4 bulbs (choose large bulbs) Rock salt A little Common seasoning A little (salt/seasoning powder/pepper/msg/)
How to Choose Good Papaya for Soup
- You should choose medium-sized green papaya; do not select papaya that is too immature as it will make the soup bitter.
- Choose long, heavy fruits with smooth skin, free of blemishes, dark spots, or insect bites.
- Do not choose overly ripe papaya; opt for slightly ripe papaya as it will have a sweeter, better flavor when used in soup.
How to prepare Braised Beef Ribs with Papaya
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Prepare the beef ribs
After purchasing, wash the beef ribs thoroughly with diluted salt water and then rinse again with clean water.
Cut the cleaned beef ribs into bite-sized pieces.
Place a pot on the stove, bring water to a boil with a little salt, then blanch the ribs for 5 minutes, remove and rinse with cold water.
Tip: Blanching the beef ribs will help make the broth delicious, sweet, and clearer.
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Prepare the other ingredients
Peel and deseed 2 papayas, then cut into bite-sized pieces. Chop the green onions and cilantro finely.
Leave the shallots whole, peel them clean, and wash thoroughly.
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Beef Rib Stew
Place a pot on the stove and add a bit of salt into 2 liters of boiling water to dissolve.
When the water boils, add the ribs and the peeled shallots. When the water boils again, reduce the heat and simmer the ribs for 1 hour until they are tender.
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Cooking the Soup
When the beef ribs are tender, add the papaya and cook for about 10 minutes until the papaya is soft. Season the soup with 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 2 tablespoons of seasoning powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, then stir well and adjust the seasoning to taste.
Add chopped green onions and pepper to finish.
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Final Product
The beef rib stew with papaya has a naturally sweet taste from the ingredients. This soup is extremely nutritious and can be used for those recovering from illness or women who have just given birth to help nourish their health.
3. Soy Sauce Braised Ribs
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Preparation
1 hour
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Soy Sauce Braised Ribs For 4 people
Ribs 1 kg Shallots 4 bulbs (choose large bulbs) Garlic 2 bulbs Green onions 6 stalks Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Soy sauce 2 tablespoons Common seasoning A little (salt/seasoning granules/pepper/msg/sugar)
How to prepare Soy Sauce Braised Ribs
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Prepare other ingredients
Peel and wash the shallots and garlic, then chop them finely.
Clean the green onions, removing any damaged leaves, and chop them finely.
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Prepare and marinate the beef ribs
Wash the beef ribs with diluted salt water and then rinse with cold water.
Marinate the beef ribs with minced garlic and shallots, a little pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of monosodium glutamate, and 2 tablespoons of cooking oil.
Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 4 tablespoons of water, and 3 teaspoons of sugar, mix well, then pour over the ribs and stir to let the seasonings soak into the ribs. Marinate the ribs for 15 minutes.
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Braised beef ribs
Place the marinated ribs into the pressure cooker, set it to soup mode, and braise the ribs for 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, open the lid and turn the ribs to ensure they soak in the seasoning evenly, then braise for another 30 minutes to finish.
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Final Product
The braised ribs in soy sauce are rich in flavor, with a fragrant aroma, and the ribs are tender and soaked in spices. This dish can be enjoyed with rice or vermicelli, both of which are excellent.
How to choose fresh and delicious beef ribs
For beef ribs on the market, you can choose to buy freshly cut ribs at traditional market stalls or purchase frozen ribs at supermarkets.
For fresh ribs:
- When choosing ribs, you should select those with both bone and meat so that when cooked, the meat does not fall apart and still has a delicious flavor. The characteristic of these rib pieces is that they often have flat and small bones.
- Fresh and delicious beef ribs should have a bright red color and a distinctive smell; you should avoid pieces that have a rancid smell or a preserved odor.
- Additionally, to check freshness, you can press down on the rib piece with your hand; if the meat surface is firm and bouncy, it indicates fresh ribs.
For frozen ribs:
- You should pay attention to choosing ribs that are carefully packaged, with labels clearly stating information and origin. Checking the expiration date is an essential step.
- The surface of the ribs should be dry, with a bright red color; avoid selecting pieces that are too pale, bluish, or unusually dark red.
- It is advisable to buy from reputable places to ensure food quality.
How to clean beef ribs without odor
- Furthermore, to completely remove the odor from the ribs, before preparing the dish, briefly dip the meat in boiling water for about 3 – 4 minutes, then take it out and rinse with cold water.
- Another handy tip is that you can add a bit of white wine to the water used for blanching the ribs. The wine can effectively eliminate odors.
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Hope that TasteVN’s shares will help you make the delicious and nutritious beef rib stew. Wishing you success.
*Refer to the recipe and images from the YouTube channel Happy Kitchen, FLAVORS OF THE EAST, and Eat to Crave
