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Vietnamese Beef Stew

Savory Vietnamese Beef Stew that Warms the Soul

Discover this Vietnamese Beef Stew recipe, a comforting dish that combines tender beef and aromatic spices for a heartwarming meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Beef Shank cut into 3/4 - 1" pieces
  • 4 cups Tap Water
  • 1 tablespoon Salt plus 2 tsp later for seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Hoisin Sauce can substitute with oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Vietnamese Beef Stew Seasoning consider store-bought options
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Cooking Oil
  • 6 cloves Garlic roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika optional
  • 1 large Onion quartered
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger sliced or pounded
  • 1 stalk Lemongrass pounded root area
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce optional
  • 2 pieces Star Anise can be omitted if preferred
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves discard after cooking
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth to add depth
  • 1 cup Coconut Soda, Coke, or Sprite can replace with water or broth
  • 4 cups Filtered Water
  • 2 cups Carrots cut into 1" chunks
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Vietnamese Bread Loaves for dipping
  • 1 cup Sliced Jalapenos optional
  • 2 slices Sliced Lemon for brightness
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1 cup Thai Basil can substitute with cilantro

Equipment

  • Heavy pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vietnamese Beef Stew
  1. Clean the Meat: Place beef shank pieces in boiling salted water, simmer for 30 seconds, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Marinate the Meat: Combine cleansed beef with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and seasoning, mix well, cover, and let marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a heavy pot, add garlic and sauté until light brown, stir in paprika.
  4. Prepare the Broth: Add marinated beef to the pot, pour in chicken broth, tomato paste, water, onion, ginger, lemongrass, star anise, and bay leaves. Bring to boil, then simmer for 60 to 90 minutes.
  5. Incorporate Carrots: 10 minutes before serving, add carrots and stir gently.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Ladle stew into bowls, serve with Thai basil, sliced jalapenos, and lemon wedges, enjoy with Vietnamese baguette.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate beef overnight for richer flavor. Use a heavy pot for even heat distribution. Adjust simmering time for desired tenderness.

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