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Niu Rou Mian: Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup Recipe

Niu Rou Mian: Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup Recipe
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Niu Rou Mian is a classic Taiwanese beef noodle soup that boasts robust flavors and tender beef simmered in a fragrant broth. This hearty dish is a comforting and satisfying meal, perfect for warming up on chilly days.

Ingredients

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    For the Soup:

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 1/2 pounds beef shank or brisket, cut into large chunks
  • 6 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, sliced
  • 4 scallions, cut into 2-inch sections
  • 2 tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup dark soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice wine or Shaoxing wine
  • 8 cups beef broth or water
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 small cinnamon stick
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt to taste

    • For Serving:

  • Chinese wheat noodles (or ramen)
  • Pickled mustard greens
  • Fresh bok choy or baby spinach
  • Chopped scallions and cilantro
  • Chili oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef chunks on all sides, working in batches if necessary. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, add garlic, ginger, and scallions. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Add tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes. Return the beef to the pot and pour in soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice wine, and beef broth. Add star anise, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and simmer for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the beef is very tender. Skim off any excess fat. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  3. Cook noodles and greens: Cook the noodles according to package instructions. In a separate pot, briefly blanch bok choy or spinach until just tender.
  4. Serve: To serve, place noodles in bowls, ladle the rich broth and beef over the top, and garnish with greens, chopped scallions, cilantro, pickled mustard greens, and chili oil if desired.

Notes

  • For extra depth of flavor, prepare a day ahead and let it rest in the fridge overnight.
  • Slice beef before serving for easier eating.

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