Taiwanese Meat Soup - Rou Geng Tong (肉羹)

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option, while canola is more budget-friendly.

star anise

🥗Healthier: fennel seeds

💰Cheaper: anise extract

Fennel seeds offer a similar flavor profile, while anise extract is more accessible.

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

Add ginger and garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Add beef and pork; cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in rice wine and soy sauce; stir to combine.

Add water, star anise, and white pepper; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until meat is tender.

Add carrots and daikon radish; cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.

Season with salt and adjust flavors as needed.

Stir in chopped green onions just before serving.

Serve hot over cooked noodles.

Drizzle with sesame oil for added flavor.

Cooking Techniques

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