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Beef Tendon

Chef Ava
Discover the rich flavor and nutritional benefits of beef tendon. Learn how to prepare this unique cut for delicious dishes like pho and other hearty soups.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings 6 people
Calories 800 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g beef tendon
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 slices ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 2 green onions, cut into sections
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 cups beef or chicken broth
  • salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Tendon:
    Blanch the beef tendon in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain and rinse.
    Make the Broth:
    In a large pot, char the onion and ginger over an open flame or in a skillet until slightly blackened.
    Add the charred onion, ginger, cinnamon sticks, star anise, cloves, cardamom, and coriander seeds to the pot with beef broth.
    Add the beef tendon and brisket. Simmer for 2-3 hours until the tendon is tender.
    Prepare the Noodles:
    Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Rinse under cold water and set aside.
    Assemble the Pho:
    Slice the cooked brisket and tendon thinly.
    Place noodles in bowls, top with sliced beef and tendon, and ladle hot broth over them.
    Serve with bean sprouts, Thai basil, cilantro, lime wedges, and chili slices on the side.