Hakka Spicy Braised Beef Noodles (客家麻辣红烧牛肉面)

Hakka Spicy Braised Beef Noodles is a classic dish in Hakka cuisine, known for its bold flavors and tender beef. This recipe combines the heat of Sichuan peppercorns with the rich, savory taste of braised beef, creating a satisfying and comforting noodle dish.

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Hakka Spicy Braised Beef Noodles (客家麻辣红烧牛肉面)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef brisket, sliced
  • 4 bundles of dried wheat noodles
  • 3 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
  • 4 dried red chilies
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2-inch ginger, sliced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, dry roast the Sichuan peppercorns and dried red chilies until fragrant. Remove and set aside.
  2. Heat some oil in the same pot and brown the beef slices. Remove and set aside.
  3. Saute the onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant. Add the roasted Sichuan peppercorns and dried red chilies back to the pot.
  4. Pour in the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and sugar. Stir to combine.
  5. Add the browned beef slices back to the pot and pour in the beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is tender.
  6. Cook the wheat noodles according to package instructions.
  7. To serve, place a portion of noodles in a bowl and ladle the braised beef and broth over the noodles. Garnish with chopped green onions.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
12g
Carbohydrates
60g

Supplies

Large pot Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board Bowl

Tools

Pot Stove

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the Hakka Spicy Braised Beef Noodles with a side of pickled vegetables or a simple cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the amount of dried red chilies to control the level of spiciness in the dish. You can also add more beef broth if you prefer a soupier noodle dish.

Cost

$20