Hearty Hong Kong Style Beef Noodle Soup

Hearty Hong Kong Style Beef Noodle Soup

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Preparation time:30 Mins

Cooking time:03 Hrs

Servings:6 servings

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs (1.36 kg) Beef Brisket, cut into 2 inch (5cm) cubes
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
• 1 large Onion, roughly chopped
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 inch (5cm) piece of Ginger, peeled and sliced
• 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (60ml)
• 1/4 cup Dark Soy Sauce (60ml)
• 2 tbsp Shaoxing Rice Wine (30ml)
• 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
• 1 Star Anise
• 1 Cinnamon Stick
• 6 cups Beef Broth (1.4 liters)
• 2 cups Water (470 ml)
• 2 Bay Leaves
• 1 tsp Five Spice Powder
• 1.5 lbs (680g) Fresh or Dried Egg Noodles
• 2 cups Baby Bok Choy, chopped
• 4 Green Onions, thinly sliced
• Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper, to taste
• Optional: Chili Oil or Paste, for serving
• Optional: Pickled Mustard Greens, for serving

Instructions:

• Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium high heat. Sear the beef cubes in batches until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
• Add onion, garlic, and ginger to the pot and sauté until softened and fragrant.
• Return the beef to the pot. Add soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing rice wine, brown sugar, star anise, cinnamon stick, five spice powder, beef broth, water, and bay leaves.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 3 hours, or until the beef is fork tender. Check periodically to ensure there's enough liquid; add more water if needed.
• While the beef is braising, cook the noodles according to package directions in a separate pot. Drain well.
• Steam or blanch the bok choy until just tender crisp.
• Divide the cooked noodles among bowls. Top with braised beef, bok choy, and plenty of broth. Garnish with green onions and serve hot. Offer chili oil/paste and pickled mustard greens on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories	650
Fat	30g
Fiber	5g

Recipe Info

Category	Soup
Cuisine	Chinese

Recipe Introduction

Quick Hook

Fancy a proper bowl of comfort? This beef noodle recipe hits the spot every time. It is rich and savoury.

Honestly, who doesn't love a good stew with noodles especially when it's cold outside?

Brief Overview

This Hong Kong style beef noodle soup has roots in Chinese cuisine. It's a celebration of hearty flavors and textures.

It is rated as medium difficulty because it requires patience but it is totally worth it. This recipe makes about 6 servings for a family dinner.

Main Benefits

This braised beef noodle soup is packed with protein and flavour. The hearty beef broth can help boost your immune system, especially during those grim British winters.

It is amazing for a Sunday dinner. It's a real crowd pleaser. What makes it special? The depth of flavour in the broth and the tenderness of the beef brisket.

Right, let's talk ingredients, shall we? We're aiming for maximum flavour here, so don't skimp on the good stuff.

Alright, mate! Fancy a proper bowl of comfort? Let's get down to brass tacks with our beef noodle recipe . A good bowl of this stew with noodles will sort you right out.

I sometimes think beef and noodles in crockpot is even easier, but today we do it the classic way.

Ingredients & Equipment

Right, so here’s what you’ll need to whip up this cracking beef noodle feast. Don't worry, it's not rocket science!

Main Ingredients for Your Hearty Noodle Soup

• Beef Brisket: 3 lbs (1.36 kg). Make sure it's nicely marbled, yeah?
• Vegetable Oil: 2 tbsp . Any neutral oil will do, sunflower, rapeseed, you know.
• Onion: 1 large , roughly chopped.
• Garlic: 4 cloves , minced.
• Ginger: 2 inch (5cm) piece, peeled and sliced.
• Soy Sauce: 1/4 cup (60ml).
• Dark Soy Sauce: 1/4 cup (60ml). This is important! It gives it that lovely colour.
• Shaoxing Rice Wine: 2 tbsp (30ml).
• Brown Sugar: 2 tbsp .
• Star Anise: 1 .
• Cinnamon Stick: 1 .
• Beef Broth: 6 cups (1.4 liters). Good quality is key for a rich homemade beef noodle soup .
• Water: 2 cups (470 ml).
• Bay Leaves: 2 .
• Five Spice Powder: 1 tsp .
• Egg Noodles: 1.5 lbs (680g) Fresh or Dried.
• Baby Bok Choy: 2 cups , chopped.
• Green Onions: 4 , thinly sliced.

Quality indicator: For the brisket, look for good marbling that fat is flavour! A good beef brisket noodle soup starts with good beef.

Seasoning Shenanigans and Flavor Bombs

Let's talk seasoning. This is where you can really make it your own.

• Essential spice combinations: Soy sauce, dark soy sauce, five spice powder, star anise, and cinnamon stick create a beautiful Asian noodle soup recipe base.
• Flavor enhancers and aromatics: Ginger and garlic are non-negotiable. That Shaoxing wine really adds something special, too.
• Quick substitution options: Don't have Shaoxing wine? Dry sherry will do in a pinch. No star anise? A tiny pinch of anise seed, but it won't be quite the same. A pinch!

Essential Kit - Your Kitchen Arsenal

Right, so you don't need fancy gadgets for this, promise.

• Large Dutch Oven or Heavy Bottomed Pot : This is your workhorse for braising. Think Le Creuset, but anything sturdy works.
• Large Stockpot : For cooking the noodles.
• Slotted Spoon : For fishing out the beef and veg.
• Soup Ladle : For serving up those steaming bowls.
• Chopping board

Common household alternatives: Don't have a Dutch oven? A large, heavy pot with a lid will do the trick. Honestly, a wooden spoon can substitute.

And don't forget to check out my take on a spicy Chinese beef noodle soup recipe

The Secret Sauce: Mastering the Braise for the Best Beef Noodle Recipe

Honestly, folks, the heart of a great beef noodle recipe isn't just the noodles. It's the beef! We're talking about that melt-in-your mouth, fall apart-tender deliciousness.

That comes from braising, and here's how we nail it, British style. It also brings that braised beef noodle soup flavor we are looking for.

Prep Steps: Mise en Place, Inn'it?

First things first, get organized! This isn't Ready, Steady, Cook! You will need to cut your 3 lbs (1.36 kg) Beef Brisket into 2 inch (5cm) cubes.

Chop your 1 large Onion , mince those 4 cloves Garlic and slice up your 2 inch (5cm) piece of Ginger .

Get all your sauces measured out. Honestly, this makes life SO much easier. Safety reminder : mind those fingers when chopping.

We don't want any culinary casualties!

Step-by-Step: Braising Like a Pro

1. Sear the beef. Heat 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil in your large Dutch oven over medium high heat. Brown the beef in batches. Trust me, this adds depth of flavour. Set aside.
2. Sauté the aromatics. Add your onion, garlic, and ginger to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes . Smells amazing, right?
3. Add it all back in! Return the beef to the pot. Pour in 1/4 cup Soy Sauce (60ml) , 1/4 cup Dark Soy Sauce (60ml) , 2 tbsp Shaoxing Rice Wine (30ml) , and 2 tbsp Brown Sugar . Don't forget the 1 Star Anise , 1 Cinnamon Stick , and 1 tsp Five Spice Powder .
4. Braise, Baby, Braise! Pour in 6 cups Beef Broth (1.4 liters) and 2 cups Water (470 ml) . Add 2 Bay Leaves . Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 3 hours .
5. Fork tender perfection! Check your beef. It should be easily pierced with a fork. Add more water if the liquid gets too low.

Pro Tips: Secrets from My Kitchen

• Patience is a virtue. Seriously, don't rush the braising. It needs that time to break down. The longer, the better if you ask me to get a hearty beef noodle soup .
• Don't be shy with the dark soy sauce! It gives that lovely colour and adds a real depth of flavour.
• Make ahead? Absolutely! This stew with noodles broth is even better the next day. Just let it cool completely and store it in the fridge. I once tried to rush the braising, thinking I could get away with it. Let me tell you, the beef was tough as old boots. Learn from my mistakes, folks! Enjoy this delicious beef and noodles in crockpot . You won't regret it.

Alright, let's talk shop about this amazing beef noodle recipe . Before you dive in, a few extra tips to guarantee noodle soup perfection! Honestly, these are the bits I've learned the hard way.

Making Your Hearty Beef Noodle Soup Extra Special

Serving Suggestions

This isn't just about slapping it in a bowl. For plating, try arranging the noodles neatly. Then, artfully place the beef on top.

Ladle that gorgeous broth over it. A sprinkle of fresh green onions adds a pop of colour. Think about a side of steamed greens.

And a cool glass of jasmine tea balances the richness of the stew with noodles .

Storage Tips

Got leftovers? Lucky you! This homemade beef noodle soup keeps well. Refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

For longer storage, freeze the broth and beef separately from the noodles. Reheat the broth and beef on the stove.

Cook fresh noodles or reheat frozen ones separately to avoid mushiness. I would freeze in serving size portions so it is easy to use.

Variations on the Theme

Want to mix it up? For a gluten free version, use rice noodles or gluten free noodles. Swap out the bok choy for other leafy greens.

Or add some heat with extra chilli. A seasonal swap? In winter, add daikon radish to the braised beef noodle soup for sweetness.

Honestly, using seasonal items will make it taste so much better.

The Goodness Inside: Nutrition Basics

Okay, numbers aren't always fun, but a bowl of this beef noodle recipe is packed with goodness! It gives you a good dose of protein from the beef.

Plenty of energy from the noodles. It also gives you Vitamins and minerals from the vegetables. It's a complete meal! This is a great option for getting your vitamins in the day, you know?

So there you have it. A few extra pointers to make your beef noodle recipe truly shine. With those extra tips, it will become a delicious and comforting meal.

Now go on, get cooking, and enjoy every last slurp! You got this!