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Homemade Taiwanese beef noodle soup served on a wooden kitchen table.

Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup (Inspired by Taipei Cuisine Quincy)

This Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup, inspired by Taipei Cuisine Quincy, offers a rich and savory broth, tender beef, and perfectly cooked noodles. It’s a must-try dish for anyone looking to experience authentic Taiwanese flavors at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Taiwanese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb beef shank or brisket
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2- inch piece of ginger sliced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 star anise
  • 2 teaspoons five-spice powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1 package of fresh wheat noodles
  • Pickled mustard greens optional
  • Fresh cilantro optional

Method
 

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger, and sauté until fragrant.
  2. Add the beef shank or brisket and brown on all sides.
  3. Add soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice wine, and sugar, and stir to coat the beef.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and add the star anise and five-spice powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2-3 hours, until the beef is tender.
  5. Strain the broth, return the liquid to the pot, and simmer for another 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  6. Cook the noodles according to package instructions and divide them into bowls.
  7. Pour the broth over the noodles and top with the tender beef. Garnish with chopped green onions, cilantro, and pickled mustard greens if desired.

Notes

 
    • For a richer flavor, you can use a mix of beef shank and brisket.
    • If you don’t have beef broth, you can substitute with chicken or vegetable broth.
    • You can adjust the spice level by adding chili peppers or increasing the amount of five-spice powder.
    • Calories: 450-500 calories per serving (estimate)