Recipe: Tender Lemongrass Beef Stew - Mytour

Bring a fresh culinary experience to your family, leaving many women undecided on which dish to choose. Today, Mytour will guide you on how to cook Lemongrass Beef. Although not a new dish, it's sure to be incredibly enticing and perfect for a delicious meal. 

Introduction to Lemongrass Beef 

Beef is delicious, easy to eat, and versatile in many different dishes, such as beef noodles, ginger beef, stir-fried beef, wine-infused beef... And one of the tasty beef dishes that you shouldn't miss is Lemongrass Beef. 

Lemongrass beef stew is a favorite in many households, featuring delicious, tender beef, sweet broth infused with lemongrass aroma, served piping hot, making it a perfect match with rice. This dish is not only flavorsome but also nutritious, with tender beef suitable for both children and the elderly. Besides pairing it with rice, you can also enjoy it with fragrant herb-infused noodles. 

If you're looking to add variety and discover a nutritious dish for the whole family, let's explore 2 delicious ways to cook Lemongrass Beef with Mytour. 

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How to Make Delicious and Easy Lemongrass Beef

Not as elaborate as restaurant dishes, but with this unparalleled secret to slow-cook beef, homemakers will undoubtedly excel in preparing this unique and enticing dish. Below are 2 ways to cook delicious Lemongrass Beef for your reference. 

How to Make Lemongrass Beef with Carrots

Preparation Time

Ingredients Preparation 

• Beef sirloin: 1kg 
• Lemongrass: 15 stalks
• Ginger: 1 bulb
• Salt, sugar, cooking oil
• Carrots: 2 bulbs
• Fresh coconut water

Procedure 

Step 1: Peel and wash the Lemongrass, chop small, and reserve a part for later use. Peel and wash the Ginger, chop it into small pieces, and peel the Carrots, then slice them into rounds. 

Buy Beef sirloin, rinse it with hot water to remove any dirt or impurities. Drain the beef and cut it into square pieces. Marinate the beef with lemongrass, seasoning salt, broth powder, sugar, garlic, and let it sit for about 30 minutes for even seasoning absorption.

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Step 2: Start simmering the beef by sautéing fragrant shallots, garlic, lemongrass. Then add the sliced beef and stir-fry briefly for about 3 - 5 minutes. Next, add coconut water and the pounded lemongrass into the pot. Simmer until it boils, then add the sliced carrots. If the water level decreases, you can add more. Check when the beef is tender, and carrots are cooked; adjust the seasoning and turn off the heat. The ideal cooking time is about 1 hour for tender beef, sweet broth, and even lemongrass flavor.

The achieved result after processing

At the end of the cooking process, you will have an appealing, nutritionally complete, and delicious dish. Each piece of beef is tender, juicy, rich, and flavorful, different from the usual stir-frying method, making the meal more enjoyable. Moreover, the simmered carrots with delicious beef, the fragrant and tender broth, blend with the lemongrass flavor, making it aromatic without being overwhelming.

Lemongrass beef can be enjoyed with vermicelli, rice, accompanied by boiled vegetables, or pickled vegetables. In addition to the lemongrass beef recipe above, if you don't prefer carrots, you can replace them with corn and turnips for a unique taste. Let's explore the recipe below.

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How to make lemongrass beef stew with corn and turnips

Delicious, fatty beef combined with corn and white turnips will create a sweet and nutritious dish. Let's see the recipe below. 

Preparation Time

Ingredients Preparation

• Beef sirloin: 1kg 
• Turnips: 2 bulbs
• Sweet corn: 2 ears
• Lemongrass: 15 stalks
• Ginger: 1 bulb
• Salt, sugar, cooking oil, soup powder, seasoning

Procedure 

Step 1: Cleanse various vegetables like onions, garlic, ginger, turnips, and corn. Cut turnips into square pieces, and corn into finger-sized chunks. Finely chop ginger, garlic, and onions. Crush lemongrass. 

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Step 2: Wash beef with diluted saltwater or soak in boiling water for about 3 – 5 minutes. Soaking in hot water helps clean the meat without retaining odor or impurities. After cleaning, cut the meat into small, bite-sized squares. 

Step 3: Marinate the meat with spices, chopped ginger, minced garlic, chopped onions, and sugar. Mix well and let it marinate for about 20 minutes to absorb the flavors. 

Step 4: Heat oil in a pan, sauté garlic and onions until fragrant. Add the marinated beef, stir until it firms up, then pour water into the pot to cover the meat. Add crushed lemongrass, bring to a boil, and skim off any yellow foam. After about 30 minutes, add the cut corn, followed by turnips. Simmer until the turnips and corn are tender, then season to taste and turn off the heat. 

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Final Product after Cooking 

Beef stew with added corn, turnips, and aromatic herbs enhances the appeal of your meal. The harmonious blend of beef, corn, and turnips creates a flavorful and delightful dish. Despite using common ingredients, the clever and delicate combination results in a warm and delicious meal. 

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Pro Tips for Cooking Delicious Lemongrass Beef Stew

• When choosing beef, opt for deep red meat with tender small fibers. Press the meat with your hand; it should not be sticky and should lack any unpleasant odor. 
• When washing beef, soak it in hot lemongrass and ginger water for about 3 – 4 minutes to ensure clean, odor-free meat. 
• While simmering the beef, keep the heat low for tender and flavorful results. 

Here is a simple guide to cook lemongrass beef stew at home from Mytour Blog. We hope this step-by-step approach helps you successfully diversify your daily meals.