Braised Beef

• 1 lb beef shank
• 3 slices ginger
• 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
• 2 stalks green onions (cut into sections)
• 1 star anise
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 dried chili peppers (optional)
• 3 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
• 1 tbsp cooking wine
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 4 cups water

Steps

1. Blanch beef shank in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and set aside.
2. In a pot, sauté ginger slices, garlic, green onions, star anise, cinnamon stick, and dried chili peppers (if using) until fragrant.
3. Add beef, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine, sugar, and salt. Stir to combine.
4. Pour in water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5-2 hours until beef is tender.
5. Remove beef, let cool slightly, then slice. Serve with braising liquid.