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Braised Beef Noodle Soup

Braised Beef Noodle Soup: Your Ultimate Cozy Comfort Bowl

This Braised Beef Noodle Soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings, brimming with rich flavors and tender beef.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 1 stick Chinese (cassia) cinnamon substitute with Ceylon cinnamon if unavailable
  • 4 pods black cardamom pods use regular green cardamom if necessary
  • 1 tablespoon fennel seeds substitute with star anise if needed
  • 2 pods star anise omit if unavailable
  • 5 whole cloves a pinch of ground cloves can substitute
  • 1 piece dried tangerine peel can be replaced with orange zest
  • 3 leaves bay leaves fresh bay leaves can be used
  • 1 tablespoon whole white peppercorns ground white pepper is acceptable
  • 1 piece licorice root omit for less sweetness
  • 1 piece sand ginger substitute with fresh ginger if necessary
  • 1 piece dried amomum white cardamom omit if not available
For the Beef & Aromatics
  • 3 pounds beef chuck alternatives include beef shank or brisket
  • 16 cups water base for the broth
  • 5 slices ginger enhances flavor and aroma
  • 3 tablespoons oil any cooking oil works
  • 15 grams rock sugar can use regular sugar as a substitute
  • 5 scallions separate white and green parts
  • 1 whole garlic keep cloves whole for milder flavor
  • 1 pound daikon cut into ¼-inch slices; other radish varieties can work
  • ¼ cup Shaoxing wine substitute with dry sherry if needed
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce adds color and depth
  • ¼ cup light soy sauce provides saltiness
  • salt to taste, added later
For the Noodles & Greens
  • noodles any type; must be cooked separately
  • leafy greens options like spinach, bok choy, or romaine
  • chopped cilantro optional garnish for freshness

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • cheesecloth
  • tea filter bags

Method
 

How to Make Braised Beef Noodle Soup
  1. Prepare Aromatics: Gather your dried spices and place them in cheesecloth or tea filter bags.
  2. Prepare Beef: Rinse your beef chuck under cool water. In a large pot, bring 16 cups of water to a vigorous boil along with the sliced ginger.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: In a separate large pot, heat 3 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add in the rock sugar, whites of the scallions, and the whole head of garlic.
  4. Cook Beef: Carefully add the rinsed beef to the sautéed mixture. Stir continuously for about 5 minutes.
  5. Simmer: Pour the strained beef broth back into the pot with the beef and added ingredients.
  6. Rest: Once the beef is tender, cover the pot and let the soup rest for about 1 hour.
  7. Final Preparation: After resting, gently reheat the soup. Remove the spices and aromatics, then season the soup with salt to taste.
  8. Serve: Cook your noodles according to the package instructions separately. Blanch the leafy greens briefly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 45gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Choose quality beef for ultimate tenderness and flavor. Remember to add salt just before serving.

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