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.
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
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the beef shank or brisket and brown on all sides.
- Add soy sauce, dark soy sauce, rice wine, and sugar, and stir to coat the beef.
- 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.
- Strain the broth, return the liquid to the pot, and simmer for another 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions and divide them into bowls.
- 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
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- 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)