Description
A rich, deeply flavored chinese braised beef noodle soup made with tender beef chuck, daikon radish, and bold Chinese spices for restaurant-quality results at home.
Ingredients
2 small pieces Chinese (cassia) cinnamon
2 black cardamom pods
½ tablespoon fennel seeds
4 star anise pods
10 cloves
1 dried tangerine peel
6 bay leaves
½ tablespoon whole white peppercorns
4 slices licorice root
2 pieces sand ginger
10 pieces dried amomum white cardamom
3 pounds beef chuck, cut into large chunks
16 cups water
5 slices ginger
3 tablespoons oil
15 grams rock sugar
5 scallions, white and green parts separated
1 head of garlic, cloves peeled
1 pound daikon, sliced into quartered ¼-inch rounds
¼ cup Shaoxing wine
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
¼ cup light soy sauce
Salt to taste
Noodles of your choice
Leafy greens (bok choy, choy sum, spinach, or romaine)
Chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Bundle all dried spices and aromatics in cheesecloth or tea bags and tie tightly.
Rinse beef chunks. In a large pot, add 16 cups of water, ginger slices, and beef. Boil and skim off foam. Strain broth and set aside beef and ginger.
In a second large pot, heat oil. Add rock sugar, scallion whites, and garlic. Cook until lightly seared. Add beef and stir.
Add Shaoxing wine, dark soy sauce, and light soy sauce. Mix until beef is coated.
Add spice bundle, daikon, and reserved broth and ginger. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer. Simmer for 90 minutes.
Turn off heat, cover, and let rest for 1 hour. Reheat before serving. Remove spice bundle and season with salt to taste.
Cook noodles and blanch leafy greens. Place noodles and greens in serving bowls. Ladle in hot broth with beef and daikon.
Top with scallion greens and cilantro. Add chili oil if desired.
Notes
For a clearer broth, always blanch the beef before cooking.
Broth can be made ahead and stored in fridge for up to 3 days.
Use firm noodles like wheat, egg, or rice noodles for best results.
Customize with your favorite greens or add chili paste for heat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Comfort Food Bowls & One-Pot Meals
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Chinese