Root vegetable known as “white ginseng” combines with beef to create a nourishing soup that boosts immunity in cold weather

By combining beef with this familiar vegetable, you will have a delicious and nutritious soup that boosts immunity for the whole family.

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Both beef and turnips are delicious, nutritious foods that are suitable to supplement during cold days. When these two ingredients are combined, you will have an attractive dish because the tender sweetness of the beef complements the sweet and refreshing taste of the turnips.

Learn how to make braised beef with white turnips with this simple, easy-to-make and delicious recipe from Phụ Nữ Today.

1. Ingredients for braised beef with white turnips

– Beef: 300 grams

– White turnips: 2 turnips

– Star anise: 1 flower, cardamom: 1

– Ginger, scallions, cilantro

– Bay leaves: 2

– Cinnamon: 1 piece

– Seasonings: Brown sugar, fish sauce, oyster sauce, salt, soy sauce, white wine

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2. How to make braised beef with white turnips

Step 1: Prepare the ingredients

– After buying the beef, wash it thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized pieces.

– Peel and slice the ginger thinly.

– Remove any damaged or wilted leaves from the scallions and cilantro. Wash them and cut them into small pieces.

– Peel the turnips, wash them thoroughly, and cut them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2: Parboil the beef

– Place a pot on the stove, add the beef and water, and slowly add 3 slices of ginger and a little white wine, then bring to a boil.

– Then, remove the beef and rinse it with warm water, then set it aside in a bowl. This step will prevent the beef from foaming when braised.

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Step 3: Braise the beef

– Add a little cooking oil and brown sugar to the pot, then cook over low heat. Then add the beef and season with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, and 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce.

– Add enough filtered water to the pot so that the water covers the meat’s surface. You only need to add water to the pot once and do not add more.

– Continue to add cinnamon, cardamom, star anise, bay leaves, scallions, 3 slices of ginger, and 1 tablespoon of cooking wine to the pot.

Step 4: Add the turnips to the pot

– When the water in the pot starts boiling, reduce the heat and continue to cook until the beef becomes tender, then add the turnips.

– Simmer over low heat for about 30 minutes until both the beef and turnips are cooked thoroughly. Adjust the seasonings to taste. Add chopped cilantro to the pot and turn off the heat.

Once you have finished preparing the braised beef with white turnips, you will have a dish that is both fragrant and visually appealing. When eating, you can enjoy the tender and sweet beef combined with the refreshing and naturally sweet turnips. This dish is perfect for cold days as it is nutritious and comforting, helping to boost the immune system to withstand the cold weather in late autumn and early winter.

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3. Notes when making braised beef with white turnips

– Choose white turnips that are of medium size and have a tapered shape. Turnips with the leaves still intact are usually fresher and more flavorful.

– Depending on your taste preference, you should add a moderate amount of cardamom, cinnamon, star anise, etc. to avoid making the broth too strong.

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