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Vietnamese Beef Stew (Bo Kho)
Ingredients
- beef brisket1 lb
- carrots2 pieces
- onion1 piece
- garlic3 cloves
- fish sauce1 tbsp
- soy sauce1 tbsp
- tomato paste1 tbsp
- five-spice powder1 tsp
- black pepper1 tsp
- beef broth2 cups
- vegetable oil1 tbsp
- sugar1 tbsp
- bay leaf1 piece
- lemongrass1 stalk
- chili paste1 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
Cut the beef brisket into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Peel and cut the carrots into chunks.
- 3
Peel and chop the onion.
- 4
Mince the garlic cloves.
- 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 6
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant.
- 7
Add the beef brisket to the pot and brown on all sides.
- 8
Stir in the tomato paste, fish sauce, soy sauce, five-spice powder, black pepper, and sugar.
- 9
Add the beef broth, bay leaf, and lemongrass stalk to the pot.
- 10
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about
- 11
5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- 12
Add the carrot chunks and chili paste to the pot and continue to simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
- 13
Remove the bay leaf and lemongrass stalk before serving.
- 14
Serve the Vietnamese Beef Stew hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
