Braised Beef Brisket with Tomatoes and Potatoes

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Soak the beef brisket in water to remove the blood (I soaked it for half an hour).

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Put the blanching ingredients in cold water, bring to a boil to remove impurities, then remove and rinse.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Slice the ginger and garlic, and add two star anise (I don't eat scallions, but you can cut them into sections if you like).

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Cut the tomatoes into chunks

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Cut potatoes into chunks

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Cut the beef brisket into 3cm squares, the size depending on personal preference.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Heat oil in a wok, then add ginger, garlic, and star anise.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Add the beef brisket and stir-fry for a while.

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Add a bowl of water, cover and simmer 20 minutes.

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    Reduce the broth slightly, then add half of the tomatoes and potatoes, and stir-fry.

    

11. 11

    Step 11

    Add soy sauce

    

12. 12

    Step 12

    Add salt, chicken bouillon, and a pinch of thirteen-spice powder, then simmer over low heat.

    

13. 13

    Step 13

    When the broth has reduced, add the remaining tomatoes and continue simmering.

    

14. 14

    Step 14

    I simmered it for about 45 minutes, then garnished it with some cilantro after taking it out of the pot.