Secret Recipe for Heavenly Garlic Beef Tendon Delight – Mytour

Dried beef jerky with garlic is so last season. But have you ever tried garlic-infused beef tendons? Each delicate piece of tendon, both chewy and crispy, accompanied by roasted garlic, infusing a delectable aroma. Today, join Mytour in the kitchen to whip up this mouthwatering dish!

1. The Allure of Garlic-infused Beef Tendons

Beef tendons interlace among the beef muscles. According to numerous studies, beef tendons are packed with collagen, protein, zinc, iron, and healthy fats... Tender yet crunchy, beef tendons retain their texture after cooking, without any unpleasant odors, making them a favorite among many.

Beef tendons come in 3 types: inner tendons, tendons with meat, and golden tendons. Among them, inner tendons are elastic and fragrant, suitable for stir-fries, braised dishes, and making garlic-infused beef tendons. This crispy, fragrant, richly flavorful dish will captivate you from the first bite.

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2. Recipe for Garlic-infused Beef Tendons

Prepare the Ingredients

• Beef Tendons: 500g (preferably choose brisket tendons, Y tendons)
• Mai Quế Lộ Wine / White Wine: 1 tablespoon
• Fresh Ginger: 1 piece
• Cinnamon: 3 sticks
• Star Anise: 3 pieces
• Char Siu Sauce: 3 tablespoons
• 5-6 large garlic cloves
• Fish Sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Palm Sugar: 3 tablespoons
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
• White Vinegar: 1 teaspoon
• Cashew Color: 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable Oil: 2 tablespoons

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Processing Steps

Step 1: Preparing Beef Tendons

• Mix ground ginger + 1 tablespoon of wine + 1 tablespoon of water. Use the mixture to massage the beef tendons, then rinse thoroughly with water.
• Place the beef tendons in a pressure cooker + 1 sliced ​​ginger + 1 teaspoon of salt + 1 tablespoon of Mai Quế Lộ wine / white wine + cinnamon + star anise + 500ml of water (cover the tendons). Simmer for 30 minutes.
• Remove the beef tendons to cool and cut into bite-sized pieces.

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Step 2: Marinating Garlic-infused Beef Tendons

• Crush garlic cloves without peeling
• Place garlic + beef tendons + char siu sauce + vegetable oil + cashew color + fish sauce + palm sugar + salt + vinegar in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate overnight to marinate the tendons.

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Step 3: Making Garlic-infused Beef Tendons with NCKD

• Wrap aluminum foil on a baking tray, place the garlic-infused beef tendons on the tray
• Bake at 180 degrees for 20-30 minutes until done

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Note: If you opt out of using MSG, you can cook it in a non-stick pan, stir-frying over medium heat until the tendons are as chewy as desired.

If you prefer immediate cooking without refrigerating overnight, marinate the beef tendons for 30-45 minutes. When stir-frying/braising, keep the heat low to allow the beef tendons to absorb the seasoning.

3. Finished Product: Garlic-charred Beef Tendons

Tender beef tendons, chewy yet succulent, infused with rich flavors. Fragrant roasted garlic permeates the kitchen, adding a robust bite to each mouthful.

This dish is perfect for snacking or pairing with steamed white rice.

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4. Tips for Choosing Quality Beef Tendons

Thicker, more tender garlic-charred beef tendons are tastier. Therefore, opt for tendons from the brisket or knee joints (Y-shaped tendons). Longer grilling/braising yields softer and juicier tendons, so choose the appropriate cooking time for the desired tenderness.

Indulge in the tantalizing garlic-infused beef tendon recipe provided here and treat your entire family to a delightful weekend feast. Let your culinary skills shine!

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