CHINESE-STYLE BRAISED BEEF WITH TURNIPS

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Categories     Beef     Vegetable     Braise     Quick & Easy     Turnip     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons medium-dry Sherry
two 1/4-inch slices of fresh gingerroot, flattened with the flat side of a large knife
a 3-inch cinnamon stick, broken into large pieces
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon aniseed
1 pound boneless chuck, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 pound turnips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon cold water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander or parsley leaves for garnish if desired
cooked rice as an accompaniment if desired

Steps:

  • In a 1 1/2-quart microwave-safe dish stir together the water, the soy sauce, the Sherry, the gingerroot, the cinnamon, the sugar, the salt, and the aniseed, add the chuck, spreading it evenly, and microwave the mixture, covered, at high power (100%) for 20 minutes. Stir in the turnips and microwave the mixture, covered, at high power for 15 minutes. Stir the cornstarch mixture, stir it into the stew, and microwave the stew, covered, at high power for 2 minutes. Sprinkle the stew with the coriander and serve it with the rice.

Muskan M
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This recipe is a great example of how simple ingredients can come together to create a delicious and flavorful dish. The beef is tender and juicy, and the turnips are perfectly cooked. The sauce is also delicious, with a nice balance of sweet and sav


EL CHARRY LEON
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This recipe is a staple in my household. I make it at least once a month. The beef is always tender and flavorful, and the turnips are perfectly cooked. My family loves this dish, and I always get rave reviews.


noyon gaming
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This recipe is a must-try for any fan of Chinese food. The beef is melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the turnips are perfectly cooked. The sauce is also delicious, with the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. I highly recommend this recipe.


Dil Ruba
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This recipe is a classic for a reason. The beef is always tender and flavorful, and the turnips are perfectly cooked. I love the way the sauce coats the beef and the turnips. This is a dish that I will continue to make for years to come.


Malik Moon
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I've made this recipe with different types of beef and turnips, and it always turns out great. I love the way the flavors of the beef and the turnips meld together. This is a dish that I always enjoy.


Chanaka Hashen
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I love making this recipe when I'm camping. It's easy to make over a campfire, and the results are always delicious. The beef is always tender and flavorful, and the turnips are perfectly cooked.


Zeeshan Bawani
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I made this recipe for a tailgate party, and it was a huge success. The beef was so tender that it fell apart in my mouth, and the turnips were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again for my next tailgate party.


Darren pozzi Pozzi
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This recipe is perfect for a party. I made it for a potluck, and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the beef and the turnips, and they couldn't stop talking about how delicious it was.


Farida Gohar
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This was my first time making Chinese-style braised beef, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly, and the beef was so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Brandy Bailey
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I had some fun experimenting with this recipe. I added some carrots and celery to the turnips, and I used a different type of beef. The results were still delicious, and my family loved it.


Noty Ramesh
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I love that this recipe is healthy and flavorful. The beef is lean and the turnips are a good source of fiber. I also appreciate that the recipe doesn't call for a lot of oil.


WMarkos Wubshet
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This recipe is very economical, and it makes a lot of food. I was able to feed my family of four for less than $20. The leftovers were just as good the next day.


Anthony Childress
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight dinner. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious. I especially love the sauce, which is the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Prince Nahid
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I love the way this dish combines sweet and savory flavors. The beef is melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the turnips add a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Sarsoti Sadu
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This recipe is a keeper! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the turnips were perfectly cooked. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with my family. Definitely a 5-star recipe!