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Szechuan Beef Stew

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This Szechuan Beef Stew is a comforting yet fiery dish that transforms humble beef chuck into a tender, flavorful masterpiece. Marinated in garlic and soy sauce, the beef is browned to perfection before simmering slowly with a blend of traditional spices like fennel, cloves, and ground ginger. The result is a rich, glossy sauce that clings to every bite, offering a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for chilly evenings or when you crave a hearty, home-style meal with a kick. Serve it hot over steamed rice or noodles to soak up the delicious broth.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 662
Description
This Szechuan Beef Stew is a comforting yet fiery dish that transforms humble beef chuck into a tender, flavorful masterpiece. Marinated in garlic and soy sauce, the beef is browned to perfection before simmering slowly with a blend of traditional spices like fennel, cloves, and ground ginger. The result is a rich, glossy sauce that clings to every bite, offering a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for chilly evenings or when you crave a hearty, home-style meal with a kick. Serve it hot over steamed rice or noodles to soak up the delicious broth.
Directions
  1. 1
    Cut the boneless beef chuck into 2-inch cubes.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, combine the garlic, half of the soy sauce, and one-third of the sugar.
  3. 3
    Add the beef cubes to the bowl and stir until well coated with the marinade.
  4. 4
    Let the beef stand for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  5. 5
    Meanwhile, in a separate small bowl, combine the water, the remaining soy sauce, the remaining sugar, crushed red pepper, crushed fennel seeds, black pepper, ground cloves, and ground ginger; set aside.
  6. 6
    Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large skillet over high heat.
  7. 7
    Brown the marinated beef cubes on all sides in the hot oil.
  8. 8
    Pour the prepared soy sauce and spice mixture into the skillet with the beef.
  9. 9
    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  10. 10
    Cover and simmer for 2 hours, or until the beef is very tender.
  11. 11
    In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the remaining water to form a smooth slurry.
  12. 12
    Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering beef mixture.
  13. 13
    Cook and stir continuously until the sauce boils and thickens, about 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 662kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 38.4g60%
Saturated Fat 14.3g72%
Cholesterol 178mg60%
Sodium 1010mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 12.3g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 4.0g
Protein 60.7g122%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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