Bo Kho (Vietnamese Beef Stew)

A hearty, aromatic beef stew infused with star anise, lemongrass, and ginger. The broth is rich and tomato-ey, perfect for dipping baguette or serving over noodles.

2hTime
MediumDifficulty
6 pplServings
VietnameseCuisine
Bo Kho (Vietnamese Beef Stew)

Ingredients

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Proteins

1
  • 2 lbs Beef Chuck

Produce

5
  • 4 stalks Lemongrass
  • 1 piece Ginger
  • 4 medium Carrots
  • 1 cup Coconut Water
  • 1 medium Onion

Sauces & Oils

4
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 2 tbsp Fish Sauce
  • 4 cups Beef Broth
  • 1 tbsp Annatto Oil

Spices & Seasoning

2
  • 3 whole Star Anise
  • 1 whole Cinnamon Stick

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Tags

VietnameseBeefComfort FoodMainWinterStewGluten Free

Instructions

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beef_chuck with fish_sauce, ginger, and half the lemongrass for 30 minutes.

Heat annatto_oil in a pot. the beef until browned. Add onion and tomato_paste.

Pour in coconut_water and beef_broth. Add star_anise, cinnamon_stick, and remaining lemongrass.

on low heat covered for 1.5 hours until beef is tender.

Add carrots and for another 20 minutes until soft.

Adjust salt/sugar to taste. Discard aromatics (lemongrass stalks, anise) before serving.

Serve hot with baguette for dipping.