Braised beef is easy to prepare, enjoyable to eat, and always satisfies those who try it. Here is how to prepare braised beef using Bảo Long Bò Kho soup seasoning.

How to cook braised beef with Bò Kho soup seasoning

Ingredients

• 500 g beef (shank, brisket, or tendon)
• 2 Bảo Long Bò Kho seasoning cubes 75 g

Add the following ingredients if desired to make the dish even more flavorful.

• 2 carrots
• 2 potatoes (optional)
• 2 shallots
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1 stalk of lemongrass
• 1 tomato (optional)
• 1 liter of water
• A little cooking oil
• Fresh herbs (Thai basil, coriander) for serving
• Bread or noodles for serving

Preparing the braised beef

1. Prepare the ingredients

Beef: Wash and cut the meat into pieces.

Carrots and potatoes: Peel, wash, and cut into pieces.

Shallots and garlic: Finely chop.

Lemongrass: Lightly crush and cut into sections.

Tomato: Cut into quarters.

2. Marinate the beef

Place the beef in a large bowl and add 1/2 cube of Bảo Long Bò Kho seasoning. Mix well and leave the meat to marinate for 15–20 minutes.

3. Cook the braised beef

Sauté the shallots and garlic in a large pot with a little oil.

Add the marinated beef and brown it on all sides.

Add the tomato and lemongrass, then mix well.

Pour about 1 liter of water into the pot, add the remaining seasoning cubes (1 1/2 cubes), and bring to a boil.

Once the water is boiling, skim off any foam if necessary. Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and simmer the beef for 45–60 minutes until tender.

When the beef is tender, add the carrots and potatoes and continue simmering for another 15–20 minutes until the vegetables are soft.

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

4. Add the herbs

Once the braised beef is cooked, you can add fresh herbs such as Thai basil and coriander to the pot before turning off the heat.

5. Serve and enjoy

Serve the braised beef in a bowl and garnish with a few fresh herbs. This dish is usually served with bread or noodles.

Enjoy your meal!

Note: you can also prepare the dish simply by following the instructions on the product packaging.

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Introduction to braised beef

Braised beef is a traditional and popular dish in Vietnamese cuisine. It has rich, aromatic flavors and is perfect for family meals, especially on cooler days.

Main ingredients

Beef: The beef commonly used for this dish includes brisket, tendon, or shank. Once cooked, these cuts become tender and flavorful.

Carrots: Carrots not only add color to the dish but also provide a natural sweetness that makes the broth even more delicious.

Seasonings: Braised beef is often flavored with ingredients such as onion, garlic, lemongrass, five-spice powder, fish sauce, and other characteristic seasonings that create its distinctive taste.

Cooking method

Marinating the beef: The beef is usually marinated with seasonings such as onion, garlic, pepper, and a little five-spice powder so that the flavors can penetrate the meat before cooking.

Cooking the braised beef: The marinated beef is sautéed until lightly browned, then simmered with water and carrots until the meat becomes tender and the broth develops a richer consistency. Cooking may take 1 to 2 hours depending on the cut of beef and the desired tenderness.

Flavor

Braised beef is often served with carrots and fresh herbs such as Thai basil and coriander. It combines the rich flavor of beef, the subtle sweetness of carrots, and the fragrance of aromatic spices. The broth has a beautiful reddish-brown color and a rich, delicious consistency, making it perfect with rice, bread, or noodles.

Nutritional value

This dish is rich in protein thanks to the beef. The carrots also provide vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants, including vitamin A.

Meaning and how to enjoy it

Braised beef with carrots is not only a delicious dish but also holds a special place in Vietnamese cuisine, symbolizing warmth and the convivial atmosphere of family meals.

The dish is often served with fresh herbs, cucumber slices, and a little ground pepper to enhance its appeal.

This dish is easy to prepare, enjoyable to eat, and always satisfies those who try it. Here is how to make braised beef with Bảo Long Bò Kho seasoning cubes.