LOTUS ROOT & BEEF #howtocook #soup #souprecipes recipe how to cook great food Asian cooking

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

lotus root

🥗Healthier: jicama

💰Cheaper: water chestnuts

Jicama provides a similar crunch, while water chestnuts are more affordable.

goji berries

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried cranberries or raisins can add sweetness without the cost.

Chinese cooking wine

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar

💰Cheaper: white wine

Rice vinegar is lower in calories; white wine is often cheaper.

Heat cooking oil in a large pot.

Add ginger, fresh chili, onions, and beef to the pot and stir.

Cover the pot and cook for 4 to 5 minutes.

Add 1.5 liters of chicken stock and bring to a boil for 20 to 25 minutes until the beef is soft and tender.

Add lotus root, carrots, cabbage, fish sauce, and soy sauce to the pot.

Mix the ingredients and simmer for about 5 to 7 minutes until ready to serve.

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