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How to Make Braised Mutton with Radish: A Complete Guide

Braised mutton with radish is a comforting, hearty dish that blends tender meat with earthy vegetables, perfect for cold weather. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to achieve it.

Ingredients: 500g mutton (cut into chunks), 1 large radish (peeled and cubed), 3 ginger slices, 2 scallions, 1 tbsp cooking wine, 2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp dark soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, a pinch of five-spice powder, and cooking oil.

Steps:

1. Prepare the mutton: Soak chunks in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess blood. Blanch in boiling water with ginger and cooking wine for 3 minutes, then rinse and set aside.

2. Sear the meat: Heat oil in a pot, stir-fry ginger and scallions until fragrant. Add mutton, searing until lightly browned.

3. Braise: Pour in soy sauces, sugar, and five-spice powder. Add enough water to cover the meat. Simmer on low heat for 1 hour.

4. Add radish: Toss in radish cubes, cook for another 20–30 minutes until the radish turns translucent and the meat is fork-tender.

5. Adjust seasoning: Add salt if needed, then garnish with chopped scallions before serving.

Tips: For extra flavor, use lamb shoulder for richer taste. Pair with steamed rice or flatbread to soak up the savory sauce. This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers taste even more flavorful the next day!