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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
30 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Beef is a type of food that is favored by many people because it not only contains a high nutritional content but also offers a diverse menu of dishes from beef. On this occasion, TasteVN will introduce you to a very attractive stew made from beef. Let’s go to the kitchen to discover how to cook beef stew with radish at home!
Ingredients for Beef Stew with Radish Serves 3
Beef 400 gr Radish 250 gr Ginger 10 gr Cardamom 1/4 piece Star Anise a little Green Onions 2 stalks Shallots 2 bulbs Garlic 2 cloves Dried Chili 1/2 teaspoon Peppercorns 1/2 teaspoon Soy Sauce 3 tablespoons Cooking Oil 1 tablespoon Water 500 ml
How to choose fresh and delicious ingredients
How to choose clean, fresh beef
- To buy fresh and delicious beef, you should choose pieces that are of moderate size and look tender.
- Fresh and delicious beef will have a bright red color mixed with white streaks, while the fat will be bright yellow. The meat should have good firmness and elasticity. When you press your hand into the meat, it should not feel sticky, and there should be no sliminess. Especially, there should be no sour smell.
- Absolutely do not buy meat that is dark red or has a greenish hue, with dark yellow fat that shows white spots, and meat that has a sour smell. This may be beef that is diseased or has been improperly stored for too long.
- To ensure the meat is fresh, safe, you should buy from reputable sources. If there is packaging, you need to pay close attention to information about the origin, expiration date, storage instructions,…
How to choose fresh and safe white radish
- Fresh, safe radishes are those that are intact, with smooth skin, free from scratches or bruises, and especially without any unusual black spots.
- You should choose radishes that are straight and elongated from top to bottom, feel solid when held, and are slightly firm when squeezed, with a certain crispness to the skin.
- The part of the leaf stalk should be firmly attached to the body of the radish, the leaves should be fresh green and still have root hairs around the radish, which is a sign of freshness and ensures deliciousness.
- Absolutely do not buy radishes that are too large but feel light when held, with swollen, soft bodies, missing leaf stalks, wilted leaves, and thick, large tops.
How to prepare Braised Beef with Radish
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Prepare the ingredients
After purchasing the beef, rinse it briefly with water, then boil it with green onions and ginger for about 2 – 3 minutes. Once boiled, remove the beef, rinse it clean, and then use a knife to slice it into cubes.
Simple and clean beef preparation tips- Method 1: You can use salt to clean and eliminate the smell of beef. Just take an adequate amount of salt, rub it onto the piece of beef, and let it sit for about 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, rinse the beef with cold water and it’s done.
- Method 2: Roast a piece of ginger until cooked, then pound it into a paste. Next, rub the ginger paste onto the beef for about 5 minutes and rinse it off with water. This method not only helps eliminate the smell but also enhances the flavor of the beef.
- Method 3: Simply use a clean, damp cloth to wipe the beef, then rinse it thoroughly with water. This method will not only clean the beef but also remove the smell without losing the quality of the meat.
See details: Simple and clean beef preparation tips
Peel the radish, wash it clean, and then cut it into bite-sized pieces.
After cutting off the roots, wash the green onions clean and cut them into pieces about 5cm long.
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Sauté and Braise the Beef
First, place a non-stick pan on the gas stove, then add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. When the oil is hot, add ginger, garlic, and peeled shallots to sauté until fragrant.
Next, add the prepared beef into the pan, stirring evenly for about 2 – 3 minutes.
After the beef has browned, season with 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1/4 of a cardamom pod, 1/2 star anise flower, 1/2 teaspoon of whole pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of dried chili into the pan. Stir well for about 2 minutes, then add 500ml of filtered water and cook until boiling.
When the water in the pan has boiled, use a ladle to remove the foam, then transfer all the sautéed beef into the braising pot. Braise the beef over medium heat for about 15 minutes.
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Beef Stew with Radish
After 15 minutes of simmering, transfer the beef to a pot, then add the prepared radish and cook on low heat for about 10 minutes.
When you see that the stew is nearly dry and the radish looks transparent, add in the chopped green onions.
Before turning off the heat, you can adjust the seasoning to your taste.
The above is how to make braised beef with radish very simply at home that TasteVN wants to share with you. Be sure to note down the recipe to treat your family. Wishing you success in making this dish!
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