How to make Authentic Taste, DELICIOUS Braised Beef Noodle Soup using Instant Pot

beef shank

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

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

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos offer a similar flavor.

wheat noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: rice noodles

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs, and rice noodles are often more affordable.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lighter, and bouillon cubes are a budget-friendly alternative.

Sauté garlic, ginger, and onion in the Instant Pot until fragrant.

Add beef and sear until browned.

Stir in fennel, cinnamon, cloves, Szechuan red peppercorns, star anise, and dried chili peppers.

Add tomato, yellow onion, green onion, carrots, soy sauce, beef bouillon, chili bean paste, sesame oil, rice wine, sugar, and water.

Seal the Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for the appropriate time for beef.

Release pressure and add fresh noodles and bok choy to cook until tender.

Serve topped with cilantro and chili.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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