In the bustling streets and alleys, there are always some flavors that can evoke people's memories and nostalgia, among them, the aroma of braised beef is one of the unforgettable street flavors. Today, I would like to share with you a unique recipe for braised beef, which contains several key spices such as herb fruit, cloves, sand kernels, and thyme, which give the beef a tender and flavorful taste, and the more you chew, the more fragrant it becomes.
The mystery of grass and fruit
Grass fruit is a spice with a unique aroma, and in the cooking process of braised beef, grass fruit is an essential spice, which can not only make the taste of beef more tender, but also remove the smell and increase the flavor. The volatile oil components in the grass fruit will gradually penetrate into the beef during the heating process, so that the fishy smell of the beef is neutralized, and at the same time brings a light aroma. In the process of stewing beef, the aroma of grass fruit will penetrate into the beef, which will make the beef more tender and delicate, and the more you chew, the more fragrant it becomes.
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The charm of cloves
Cloves have a very unique and rich fragrance, in the marinated meat, its role is mainly to enhance the flavor and remove the fish, can fully penetrate into the beef during the marinating process, so that the fishy smell of the beef is neutralized, and at the same time bring a unique aroma. In addition, cloves can also promote the breakdown of fat in beef, making the beef more tender and juicy. During the marinating process, the aroma of cloves will gradually emanate and permeate the air.
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The charm of sand kernels
Sand kernel is a spice with a unique aroma, and in the recipe of braised beef, the role of sand kernel is mainly to enhance flavor and flavor. The aroma of sand kernels is elegant and lasting, and can be integrated with the umami of beef in the marinating process, so that the taste of beef is richer, and the sand kernels also have the effect of removing peculiar smells, and during the stewing process, the aroma of sand kernels will penetrate into the beef, making the taste of beef more mellow, and the more you chew, the more flavorful.
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The legend of Thyme
Thyme, a spice with a rich and refreshing taste, is used a lot in beef and mutton. In braised beef, the role of thyme is mainly to enhance flavor and freshness. The aroma of thyme is unique and persistent, and it can quickly penetrate into the beef during the marinating process, so that the umami of the beef is fully enhanced. During the marinating process, the aroma of thyme will continue to emanate, making the whole street permeated with an enticing aroma.
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Spice recipe for braised beef:
20 grams of Sichuan pepper, 15 grams of nutmeg, 20 grams of star anise, 15 grams of cinnamon, 10 grams of sand kernels, 15 grams of grass fruit, 15 grams of tangerine peel, 15 grams of thyme, 20 grams of Kaempfera, 15 grams of coriander seeds, 10 grams of bay leaves, 10 grams of ginger, 5 grams of lemongrass, 2 grams of cloves.
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The process of making braised beef
1. Prepare the ingredients: choose fresh beef, preferably tendon meat, cut into appropriate size pieces, and prepare the above spices and seasonings such as ginger, green onions, cooking wine, and soy sauce.
2. Handle the ingredients: soak the beef pieces in water for 30 minutes to 1 hour to remove the blood; Rinse the spices with water, drain and set aside; Slice the ginger and chop the green onion into sections.
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3. Prepare the marinade: put the spices and seasonings into the pot, add an appropriate amount of water and cooking wine, boil over high heat and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes to 1 hour, so that the flavor of the spices and seasonings can be fully integrated.
4. Braised beef: Put the processed beef pieces into the pot, turn to low heat and simmer for 2-3 hours after boiling over high heat, so that the beef can fully absorb the essence of the marinade.
5. Remove from the pot and put on the plate: After the beef is stewed until soft and flavorful, turn off the heat and simmer for one night, let it add more flavor, then slice and put on a plate, and then you can enjoy.