7 Nourishing Chinese Herb Braised Beef Dishes That Are Easy to Make - Mytour

Chinese herb braised beef is particularly nutritious and has great benefits for the body. You can prepare this dish using the following 5 recipes to treat your family. Let's get cooking with Mytour.

1. Chinese Herb Braised Oxtail

Chinese herb braised oxtail is a unique dish with many nutritious ingredients. This dish is especially good for postpartum women and those recovering from illness.

The ingredients are quite simple, including:

• Oxtail: 1kg
• Dried lotus seeds: 50g
• Ginger: 1 piece
• Chinese herbs: 1 packet (available at supermarkets, stores)
• White wine: 10ml
• Fresh coconut water: 1 liter
• Seasonings: Sugar, salt, bouillon powder, soup powder

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2. Chinese Herb Braised Beef Shank

Chinese Herb Braised Beef Shank is a highly nutritious dish, especially with the presence of ammoniac acid known for its health benefits, suitable for those recovering from illness. This dish features tender and flavorful beef shank, immersed in a savory-sweet broth. With its simple cooking method and easily accessible ingredients, you can enjoy a delicious beef shank dish with your family:

Prepare the ingredients

• Fresh beef shank: 500g
• Chinese herbs: 1-2 packets
• Ginger: 1 piece
• Dried lotus seeds: 50g
• White wine: 1 tablespoon
• Seasonings: Fish sauce, minced garlic, salt, minced lemongrass, minced shallots

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Preparation Steps

Step 1: Preparing the Ingredients

• To remove any unpleasant odor from the beef, rub it with some salt and then rinse thoroughly with water.
• Cut the beef into pieces about 2cm thick. Blanch the beef briefly in boiling water with a little wine and ginger, then remove and drain.
• Place the Chinese herbs in a bowl, add water, and soak for about 1 hour.
• Peel and wash the ginger, then slice it thinly.
• Remove the core from the lotus seeds to avoid bitterness affecting the broth. Then, wash the lotus seeds and drain.

Step 2: Marinate the Beef with Spices

• Place the beef in a bowl and add spices including pepper, garlic, minced shallots, chopped lemongrass, and a little seasoning powder. Mix all the ingredients well and marinate for about 30-60 minutes.

Step 3: Stew the Beef

• Heat oil in a pot, then stir-fry the Chinese herbs briefly.
• Add the beef to the pot, stir until the meat firms up, then add enough water to cover the meat.
• Once it boils, add a little white wine and ginger to the pot, then continue cooking for about 15-20 minutes. Next, add the lotus seeds to the pot and simmer until the beef and lotus seeds are tender, then turn off the heat.
• To achieve the best flavor, it's recommended to cook for about 2 hours. Taste and adjust the seasoning before turning off the heat.

Finished Dish

The dish of braised beef tendon with Chinese herbs combines chewy lotus seeds, tender beef tendon, and a sweet, savory broth. It's an excellent nourishing dish for those recovering from illness, pregnant women, or young children. Although it takes a long time to cook, the dish is both delicious and nutritious.

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3. Braised Beef Tendon with Chinese Herbs

Braised beef tendon with Chinese herbs is irresistible with its rich broth, tender beef tendon, and distinctive aroma of ginger and Chinese herbs that makes it hard for anyone to resist. Among the various braised beef dishes with Chinese herbs, braised beef tendon requires a more complex cooking process. However, with the following instructions, you can successfully cook it on your first attempt.

Preparing the Ingredients

• Fresh beef tendon: 500g
• Chinese herbs: 1 packet
• Ginger: 1 piece
• Lotus seeds: 50g
• Pigskin: 1 piece
• White wine: 1 spoon
• Garlic, lemongrass
• Seasonings: Soup powder, pepper, MSG

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Processing Steps

Step 1: Preparing the Ingredients

• After purchasing the beef tendon, rub it with salt to remove any odor, then rinse it thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Blanch the beef tendon in boiling water for about 2 minutes, then remove and drain.
• Peel and thinly slice the ginger.
• Remove the heart of the lotus seeds, wash them with water, and drain.
• Finely chop the garlic and lemongrass.

Step 2: Marinating the Beef Tendon

• Prepare a large bowl, then add the beef tendons, a pinch of salt, pepper, minced garlic, minced lemongrass, and seasoning powder. Mix well and marinate for about 30 minutes to 1 hour for the flavors to infuse.

Step 3: Simmering the Beef Tendons

• Prepare a pot and heat some cooking oil. Once the oil is hot, add the garlic and ginger and sauté until fragrant, then add the beef tendons and stir-fry until firm.
• Pour in enough water to cover the meat and bring it to a boil. Then add the Chinese herbs to the pot and continue simmering. During cooking, remember to skim off any foam to keep the broth clear and flavorful.
• Add the lotus seeds, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until all the ingredients are tender. After about 1 hour, turn off the heat.

Finished Product

Tender beef tendons meld with richly flavored broth and the distinctive aroma of lemongrass, ginger, and Chinese herbs. Beef tendons, rich in amino acids, help strengthen bones, making them suitable for active individuals or those with bone density issues. This nutritious and warming dish is perfect for enjoying during cold weather or as a nourishing meal for the body.

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4. Beef Rib Stew with Chinese Herbs

For those who love 'rib-chewing' but are tired of the usual fried or stir-fried dishes, try something new with beef ribs stewed with Chinese herbs. It's both delicious and intriguingly different.  

Prepare the Ingredients

• Beef ribs: 200-300g
• Chinese herbs: 1 packet
• Seasonings: Bouillon powder, ground pepper, salt, ginger

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Cooking Steps

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

• Mash or finely chop the ginger
• Marinate the beef ribs with salt and ginger, then rinse and cut into bite-sized pieces
• Clean the Chinese herbs and set aside to drain

Step 2: Simmer the Beef Ribs

• Saute the finely chopped ginger until fragrant, then add the beef ribs and stir-fry briefly
• Add the Chinese herbs and enough water to cover the ribs
• Season with 1 tablespoon of bouillon powder and ½ teaspoon of ground pepper. Simmer the meat for about 45 minutes over low heat. While cooking, remember to skim off any foam to make the broth clearer.

Important Note: Chinese herbs typically include ingredients such as lotus seeds, dried lotus seeds, and coix seeds... It takes a long time to cook them until soft. Therefore, you should add these seeds first before adding other ingredients to ensure even cooking. If you want the dish to be sweeter, you can also add a little artichoke.

Finished Product

Serve the simmered beef ribs with Chinese herbs in a bowl, then garnish with some fresh onions for an added appeal. In just about 45 minutes, you'll have a delicious and nutritious dish for the whole family. The simmered dish combines the sweet taste of Chinese herbs with tender and flavorful beef ribs.

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5. Beef Tripe Simmered with Chinese Herbs

Beef tripe simmered with Chinese herbs is highly nutritious and has the ability to nourish the kidneys and invigorate yang, providing excellent nourishment for the body. The simmered beef tripe has a crispy and fragrant taste of Chinese herbs. Everyone will surely be drawn to the unique and aromatic flavor of this dish.

Prepare Ingredients

• Beef tripe: 1 piece
• Dried jujube: 5 pieces
• Longan: 100g
• Fu Ling: 100g
• Dendrobium: 100g
• Szechuan Lovage Rhizome: 100g
• Peony Bark: 100g
• Eucommia Bark: 100g
• Radix Curcumae: 100g
• Ginseng: 20g
• Fresh deer velvet: 2 slices
• Brown sugar: 2 tablespoons
• Salt: 1 tablespoon
• Chicken broth: 3 liters

Cooking Steps

Step 1: Prepare Ingredients

• After purchasing the beef tendon, remove the outer layer of skin, rub thoroughly with salt, rinse well, and drain.
• Next, bring a pot of water to a boil, add crushed ginger and the beef tendon, and simmer until tender.
• Remove the beef tendon and place it in a bowl of cold water to prevent discoloration. Then cut the beef tendon into bite-sized pieces, about 3cm long.
• Rinse the Chinese herbs thoroughly and drain. Place all the herbs in a small pouch.

Step 2: Simmer Beef Tendon with Chinese Herbs

• Bring the prepared chicken broth to a boil.
• Add the beef tendon, and season with an additional tablespoon of salt and two tablespoons of rock sugar.
• Reduce the heat to low, simmer the beef tendon for about 1 hour until tender, then add the Chinese herb pouch to the pot. Cook for another 10 minutes, then turn off the heat.

Finished Product

This braised beef tendon dish with Chinese herbs is deliciously sweet and savory, with a rich broth. It's perfect for gentlemen suffering from back and knee pain, experiencing nervous exhaustion, or facing physiological issues.

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6. Braised Beef Shank with Chinese Herbs

Unlike the dishes above, braised beef shank is enticing with its eye-catching brown color, rich flavor, and delightful chewiness. It's one of the braised beef dishes perfect for chilly weather. With the following cooking instructions, you'll surely succeed on your first try.

Prepare Ingredients

• Beef shank: 1 piece
• Chinese herbs: 1 packet
• Shallots: 7 bulbs
• Lemongrass: 5 stalks
• Chili peppers: 10
• Vegetable oil: 3 tablespoons
• MSG: 1 tablespoon

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Cooking Steps

Step 1: Prepare Ingredients

• Rinse the beef shank thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized pieces.
• Crush the lemongrass and tie it into a bundle.
• Finely chop the shallots and thinly slice the chili peppers.

Step 2: Boil the Beef Shank

• Place a pot on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil, 1 liter of water, the beef shank, tied lemongrass, and 1 chili pepper.
• Boil the beef shank for about 20 minutes until cooked, then remove and drain.

Step 3: Simmer the Beef Shank with Chinese Herbs

• Place another pot on the stove, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, and heat it up. Add shallots, chili peppers, and Chinese herbs to the pot and stir briefly. Then add the boiled beef shank, water, and seasoning. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 45 minutes.
• After 45 minutes, when the beef shank is tender, turn off the heat.

Finished Product

Tender, succulent beef shank infused with the distinctive aroma of Chinese herbs. The enticing fragrance of this dish is sure to leave everyone craving for more after tasting it.

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7. Braised Beef Heart with Chinese Herbs

Among the internal organs, the heart is the easiest to cook. Additionally, the heart is a nutritious food, very beneficial for both children and adults. When combined with Chinese herbs, this becomes a delicious dish made from beef heart that is very nourishing. Let's head to the kitchen with Mytour!

Prepare the Ingredients:

• 1 beef heart (500 grams)
• 1 packet of Chinese herbs
• 1/2 carrot
• 2 lemongrass stalks
• Ginger, garlic, chili
• Seasonings: salt, pepper, bouillon, MSG

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

• After buying the heart, lightly sprinkle salt on the outer surface, wash it clean, and drain. Cut the heart in half and squeeze out the bloody parts inside. Slice the heart into pieces about 0.5cm thick.
• Wash the Chinese herbs thoroughly, making sure to strain to retain the small particles. Then, let them drain.
• Peel and wash the lemongrass, ginger, and garlic, then finely chop them. Wash and slice the chili peppers. Peel the carrot and cut it into rounds.

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Step 2: Marinate the pork heart with: 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon bouillon powder, 1/2 teaspoon MSG, 1/2 teaspoon chopped lemongrass, ginger, and chili. Add 2 tablespoons of white wine. Mix well and marinate for about 20 - 30 minutes.

Step 3: Simmer the pork heart

• Place a pot on the stove and add about 1 liter of water, then bring it to a boil. Add the prepared Chinese herbs and continue boiling for 15 minutes. Next, add the marinated pork heart into the pot and start simmering for 30 minutes over medium heat. Remember to cover with a lid while cooking.
• After half an hour, add the carrots and simmer for an additional 10 - 15 minutes until the carrots are tender. Adjust the seasoning to taste, and it's ready to serve.

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Finished Product

Beef heart is crispy sweet, with a thick and rich broth infused with the natural sweetness of red apples, complemented by the aromatic scent of Chinese herbs. Additionally, you can add dried/fresh lotus seeds and mugwort during cooking to enhance the nutritional value.

With the recipes for the above Chinese herb braised beef, you'll have nutritious and delicious beef dishes for your family members. Be sure to bookmark other recipes from Mytour Blog to diversify your menu!