How to cook delicious and simple beef soup with Vietnamese coriander for a meal

How to prepare Beef soup with Vietnamese coriander

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  Prepare the beef

  To eliminate odors and dirt, after purchasing, massage the beef with a little salt, then rinse it clean with cold water and let it drain.

  Next, use a knife to slice the beef into thin, bite-sized pieces horizontally.

  How to remove the odor from beef

  • Method 1: Soak the beef in white wine for 15 minutes, then rinse it with clean water.
  • Method 2: Place the beef in a pot of water, heat for about 3 – 5 minutes, then take it out and rinse; this will help reduce the odor. Note to heat only to about 50 degrees Celsius and not boil.
  • Method 3: Use lemon or vinegar to rub the beef for 5 – 7 minutes, then rinse with clean water.
  • Method 4: Roast a piece of ginger, then crush it, rub it on the beef, and rinse it clean.

  How to prepare beef so it doesn’t become tough

  • When cutting beef, you should slice it thinly and cut against the grain. Properly cutting the beef will help you cook the dish faster and prevent the meat from being tough.
  • You can place the beef in the fridge for 20 – 30 minutes, which helps the meat firm up and makes it easier to cut.
  • Additionally, you can marinate the beef with a little cooking oil; this will make the beef more tender and not tough.

  

  
• 2

  Marinate the beef

  After preparation, proceed to marinate the beef with 1 teaspoon of seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of fish sauce, and 1 tablespoon of cooking oil.

  Mix well and let the beef absorb the seasoning for about 20 – 25 minutes.

  Tip: Marinating the beef with cooking oil helps make the beef tender and absorb the seasoning faster.

  

  
• 3

  Prepare other ingredients

  After purchasing, remove any yellow or wormy leaves from the rice paddy herb (if any), wash it thoroughly with water, then drain and chop finely.

  Peel the onion and cut it into wedges. Clean the cherry tomatoes, drain, and cut them in half.

  Wash the green onions and coriander, then chop finely. Peel the garlic and mince it.

  

  

  

  
• 4

  Stir-fry beef

  Place a pan on the stove, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and heat it up, then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

  When the garlic is fragrant, add the beef and stir-fry on high heat for about 3 – 5 minutes until the beef is cooked, then turn off the heat and transfer the beef to a bowl.

  Utilizing the pan used to stir-fry the beef, add the onion, Vietnamese coriander, and tomato and stir-fry on high heat until evenly cooked.

  

  

  

  
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  Cook the soup

  Place a pot on the stove, add 1.5 liters of water and bring to a boil, then add the onion, tomato, and the stir-fried beef into the pot and continue to cook until the broth boils again. Next, add 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder, and stir well.

  Finally, add the Vietnamese coriander into the pot, stir well, and then turn off the heat.

  Serve the soup in a bowl, add chopped green onion, chopped Vietnamese coriander, and a little ground pepper on top, then garnish for a beautiful presentation to finish.

  Tip: During cooking, you should frequently skim off the foam to keep the broth clear and visually appealing.

  

  

  

  
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  Final Product

  The beef soup with Vietnamese coriander after completion has an attractive color. The beef is tender and sweet, well absorbed with spices and not chewy, the broth is light and sweet, rich in flavor, fragrant with the scent of Vietnamese coriander. This soup is best served hot with rice on cold days. Enjoy your meal!