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Hunan-Style Braised Beef with Daikon Radish and Soy Sauce

Name: Hunan-Style Braised Beef with Daikon Radish and Soy Sauce
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Hunan Chinese
Ingredients: 1 lb beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 daikon radish, julienned; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp dark soy sauce; 1 tbsp rice wine; 1 tsp sugar; 1 star anise; 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Tender braised beef with daikon radish, soy sauce, and aromatic spices.

120 minutes4 servings

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Method

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Brown beef cubes; set aside.
Add star anise, soy sauce, rice wine, sugar, and water; bring to a simmer.
Return beef to pot, add daikon radish; cover and simmer for 1.5 hours.
Adjust seasoning and serve.
For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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