Stewed beef with white gourd

By ReinholdRice

Stewed beef with white gourd
This dish is my friend's mother's specialty. Every time we go to his house, his mother will cook this dish to satisfy our cravings! I asked for the recipe two days ago and tried it again. I thought it was so simple and delicious. I recommended it to everyone and hope everyone likes it.

Recipe Recommendations

  • beef 500 grams
  • winter melon 1000 grams
  • onion 1-2 trees
  • Jiang 3-5 sheet
  • octagonal 1-2 grain
  • pepper 10 capsules
  • coriander 1-2 trees

Steps for Stewed beef with white gourd

  • Make  step 0
    1
    For beef rib meat and wax gourd bought in supermarkets, remember that choosing the meat part is important, and fresh rib meat is the best.
  • Make  step 1
    2
    Wash the beef, cut it into small pieces (about the size of half a thumb), and soak it in clear water for about half an hour (change the water several times during this period). Slice wax gourd, about 0.5 cm thick, and set aside.
  • 3
    Put the soaked beef into the pan, add appropriate amount of water (the amount of water depends on whether you like soup or not), let it boil, and skim off the foam.
  • Make  step 2
    4
    Add ginger slices, pepper, and star anise, and press in a pressure cooker for about 30 minutes. If you don't have a pressure cooker, simmer slowly until the beef is cooked and soft.
  • 5
    Add the wax gourd, spring onions, and salt (remember that the salt is only added now), and simmer over low heat until the wax gourd is cooked and transparent.
  • Make  step 3
    6
    Sprinkle with cilantro and remove from the pan.
  • Stewed beef with white gourd Make Tips

    1. Be sure to put the beef into cold water; this ensures the beef turns out tender. 2. The cilantro sprinkled at the end is the perfect finishing touch, so don't forget it!

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