Taiwanese Tomato-Braised Beef Stew (#茄汁燉牛肉)— Comfort in Every Spoonful 🍅🥘

beef shank

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: chuck roast

Chuck roast is more affordable and still flavorful.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Tamari is often gluten-free and can be less expensive.

rice wine

🥗Healthier: mirin

💰Cheaper: white wine

Mirin adds sweetness without the alcohol.

star anise

🥗Healthier: fennel seeds

💰Cheaper: anise extract

Fennel seeds provide a similar flavor profile.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add beef shank, browning on all sides for 5-7 minutes.

Pour in soy sauce and rice wine, stirring to coat the beef.

Add chopped tomatoes, sugar, star anise, and bay leaves, mixing well.

Pour in water until beef is submerged, then bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours until beef is tender.

Add carrots and potatoes, cooking for an additional 30-40 minutes until vegetables are soft.

Remove bay leaves and star anise before serving.

Garnish with chopped green onions and drizzle with sesame oil.

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