Mama Chen's Taiwanese Braised Minced Meat Recipe

Heat a heavy bottom pot over medium-high heat.

Add 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame oil.

Add 1/2 cup of minced shallots and fresh grated ginger, stir until fragrant.

Cook for about 2 minutes until shallots start to brown.

Add ground chuck and crumble it while cooking until browned with no pink left.

Add 1 teaspoon of five spice powder, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon of white pepper.

Add 1 whole star anise.

Pour in 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of cooking wine, bring to a boil.

Add sugar and enough water to cover the mixture.

Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for about 30 to 40 minutes.

Serve over rice or noodles, topped with sliced green onion.

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