A recipe for stewed beef with pickled ginger

Asian cuisine is very rich and diverse, but there is something that unites many dishes — a spicy, piquant taste. One such treat is beef with pickled ginger. The plates of this root will add a characteristic unique taste and aroma to the dish, and the meat prepared in this way will be tender and will melt in your mouth! Therefore, today we will tell you the recipe for stewed beef with pickled ginger and share tips that will make the preparation of this wonderful treat quick and easy. Be prepared for the fact that in the process the whole family will converge on this dizzying smell!

The ingredients

The recipe we are sharing with you today is portioned for 3-4 servings. We will need the following products:

• 600 g — beef;
• 2 tbsp. — vegetable oil (preferably Katana refined blended sesame oil);
• 1 pc. — red onion;
• 10–15 petals — pickled Katana ginger;
• 5 tbsp. — Katana soy sauce;
• 125 ml — water;
• 2 cloves of garlic.

The stages of preparation

Now let’s move from theory to practice. To prepare beef stew, we will need to take a few simple steps.

1. Wash the meat and cut it into thin strips. To make the process as simple as possible, you need to freeze the meat — it will keep its shape, and with the help of a sharp knife, you will easily get identical pieces.
2. Then cut the onion into cubes or feathers and grind the garlic using a press.
3. Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the red onion in it, bringing it to a soft consistency.
4. Add the beef to the pan, cover and simmer for 5–7 minutes.
5. Now add ginger petals and chopped garlic, then add water and soy sauce.
6. Cover with a lid, put on medium heat and wait another 20-30 minutes.
7. After that, turn off the heat and let it brew for another 10 minutes.

If you made sushi and don’t know where to put the leftover ginger, this dish will be the best option. The meat with its petals is piquant, slightly spicy, sweet and aromatic. It can be served as an independent dish or supplemented with a side dish — boiled rice or noodles. Such a treat is perfect for a family dinner or a friendly gathering — just divide it into equal parts and serve! You can sprinkle each portion with sesame seeds. Prepare delicious stewed beef at home, arranging a real culinary feast for yourself and your loved ones!