Chinese Braised Beef Shank

Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of this soy-braised beef shank, where each slice promises a tender, flavorful journey through traditional Asian culinary arts.

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"This beef shank recipe has become a family favorite! The meat is so tender, it practically melts in your mouth, and the flavors are just out of this world."

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Dive into the heart of Asian cuisine with our soy-braised beef shank recipe. This dish is a masterpiece of simplicity and flavor, combining the richness of soy sauce with a medley of aromatic spices to create a tender, succulent beef that's both comforting and exotic. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy weekend meal, this beef shank will transport your senses to a world of deep, satisfying flavors.

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Why This Recipe Will Win You Over:

Beyond its mouthwatering taste, this recipe is a testament to the magic of slow cooking. The lengthy, gentle braising process allows the beef to absorb the complex flavors of the spices and sauces, resulting in a dish that's both sophisticated and incredibly easy to love.

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Making It Your Own

While the recipe is divine as written, feel free to adjust the level of spices to suit your palate. Adding more Sichuan peppercorns can kick up the heat, while a touch more rock sugar will enhance the dish's subtle sweetness.

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Hungry Yet? Dive Right In!

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary novice, this soy-braised beef shank is sure to impress. Let's embark on this flavorful journey together, and prepare to fall in love with every tender slice.

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INGREDIENTS

2 lbs Beef Shank (2 pieces)
3 slices Ginger
8 cloves Garlic
2 tbsp Rock Sugar or White Sugar
1 cup Soy Sauce
1/3 cup Dark Soy Sauce
1/4 cup Chinese Cooking Wine (optional)
5 cups Water
Dry Aromatics: 3 Star Anise, 1 tbsp Sichuan Peppercorns, 3 Bay Leaves, 1 small Cinnamon Stick

INSTRUCTIONS

Begin by blanching the beef shank in boiling water for 4-5 minutes to clean and remove any impurities. Rinse the blanched beef under cold water and set aside.
Toast the dry aromatics—star anise, Sichuan peppercorns, bay leaves, and cinnamon stick—in a pan over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes or until they become fragrant. If you have a spice bag, add the toasted spices to it; otherwise, you can strain the spices out before serving.
In a large pot, combine the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Chinese cooking wine (if using), garlic, ginger, the spice bag (or loose spices), rock sugar (or white sugar), and water. Bring this mixture to a simmer, ensuring the sugar dissolves completely.
Add the blanched beef shank to the pot. Once the mixture comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 2-3 hours. The slow cooking process is key to tenderizing the beef and infusing it with the rich flavors of the sauce and spices.
After cooking, allow the beef shank to rest in the sauce overnight in the refrigerator. This step helps the beef to further absorb the flavors and become even more tender.
Before serving, remove the beef shank from the fridge and cut it into thin slices. The beef should be incredibly tender and full of flavor.
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Enjoy! ♡

Connie Cooks

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Keywords: Soy-Braised Beef Shank, Asian Cuisine, Tender Beef Recipe, Slow Cooked Beef, Aromatic Spices, Traditional Cooking, Comfort Food, Gourmet Dinner

Chinese Braised Beef Shank

Total Time:
3 hours 20 minutes
Yield:
6 servings

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Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of this soy-braised beef shank, where each slice promises a tender, flavorful journey through traditional Asian culinary arts.

INGREDIENTS

2 lbs Beef Shank (2 pieces)
3 slices Ginger
8 cloves Garlic
2 tbsp Rock Sugar or White Sugar
1 cup Soy Sauce
1/3 cup Dark Soy Sauce
1/4 cup Chinese Cooking Wine (optional)
5 cups Water
Dry Aromatics: 3 Star Anise, 1 tbsp Sichuan Peppercorns, 3 Bay Leaves, 1 small Cinnamon Stick

INSTRUCTIONS

Blanch beef shank to remove impurities.
Toast dry aromatics until fragrant.
Simmer beef with soy sauces, cooking wine, spices, garlic, ginger, sugar, and water.
Slow cook on medium-low heat for 2-3 hours.
Rest beef in sauce overnight in the fridge.
Slice thinly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

6 servings
350
per serving

(% Daily Value)

Total Fat: 12g (18%)

Sodium: 2000mg. (83%)

Dietary Fiber: 1g (4%)

Protein: 48g

Vitamin C: 0.7mg (1%)

Potassium: 600mg (17%)

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Cholesterol: 110mg (37%)

Total Carbohydrate: 10g (3%)

Sugars: 6g

Vitamin A: 0µg (0%)

Iron 5.4mg (30%)

Phosphorus 50mg (5%)

Keywords:

Soy-Braised Beef Shank, Asian Cuisine, Tender Beef Recipe, Slow Cooked Beef, Aromatic Spices, Traditional Cooking, Comfort Food, Gourmet Dinner