Braised Beef - Filipino/Chinese style

Ingredients for Braised Beef - Filipino/Chinese style

• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lb beef brisket, cut into cubes
• 2 to 3 cups water
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 to 4 pieces star anise
• 3 to 4 pieces cloves
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 cup carrot, cut into 1-inch-thick rounds
• 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch, dissolved in 1/4 cup water
• Chopped spring onions, for garnish

How to cook Braised Beef - Filipino/Chinese style

1. 1.Heat oil in a pot over medium heat, then sauté the garlic and onion until slightly softened.
2. 2.Add the beef brisket cubes and sear in the hot oil until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes total.
3. 3.Pour in 2 cups water, soy sauce, star anise, cloves, bay leaves, brown sugar, and ground pepper. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce to low heat.
4. 4.Braise for 40 to 50 minutes until the beef is fork-tender. Add a little of the remaining 1 cup water if the pot dries out before the meat is tender.
5. 5.Stir in the carrots and cornstarch slurry, then boil for about 5 minutes until the carrots are tender and the sauce thickens.
6. 6.Serve over hot rice and garnish with chopped spring onions.