How to make Taiwanese Beef Noodles Soup台灣牛肉麵 😋 So flavorful 😍😍

beef shank

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are leaner, while pork shoulder is often less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and bouillon is a budget-friendly option.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake, while tamari is often cheaper.

Chinese wheat noodles

🥗Healthier: whole wheat noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat noodles add fiber, and spaghetti is widely available.

Prepare the ingredients by slicing the ginger, shallots, and onions, and chopping the turnip, tomatoes, and carrots.

In a large pot, heat oil and sauté the ginger, shallots, and onions until fragrant.

Add the beef shank and beef tendon to the pot and sear until browned.

Pour in the dark soy sauce and add the chili bean sauce, rock sugar, and spices (bay leaves, cinnamon, black peppercorns, and star anise).

Add enough water to cover the meat and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the beef is tender, skimming off any foam as necessary.

Once the beef is tender, add the turnip, carrots, and tomatoes to the pot and continue to simmer until the vegetables are cooked through.

Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

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