Cold Beef

Cold Beef

This Sichuan-style stir-fried beef is a bold and aromatic dish that packs a punch of flavor. Tender beef strips are first boiled to remove impurities, then stir-fried with fragrant spices like Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, and cumin for a deeply savory taste. The beef is simmered in its own rich broth, absorbing all the umami goodness before being finished with a touch of sugar and fiery chili oil for the perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Quick stir-frying locks in the juices, ensuring each bite is succulent and bursting with spicy, numbing Sichuan flavors. Ideal for spice lovers, this dish pairs perfectly with steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying meal. The combination of slow simmering and high-heat wok cooking makes this beef irresistibly tender and packed with layers of complex taste. A must-try for anyone craving authentic, mouthwatering Sichuan cuisine!

38 Minutes
Advanced
4 servings
Recipe Cold Dishes

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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beef
500g

The aromatics

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beef broth
200ml

The sauce & seasonings

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oil
3 tbsp
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Sichuan peppercorns
1 tbsp
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ginger
10g (3 slices)
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star anise
2 pieces
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cumin
1 tsp
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sugar
1 tsp
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chili oil
2 tbsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Boil the beef in a pot, remove the blood and foam, drain the water and set aside. Reserve the cooking water.

2. Step 2

Step 2
After cooling the beef for 2 hours, cut it into small strips.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Pour oil into the pot, add Sichuan peppercorns when the oil is hot.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Add ginger, star anise, and cumin, stir-fry until fragrant.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Add the beef strips, stir-fry quickly for 1 minute.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Add cooking wine.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Add 2 tablespoons of salt.

8. Step 8

Step 8
Continue to stir-fry quickly.

9. Step 9

Step 9
Add a moderate amount of red soy sauce (or soy sauce), continue to stir-fry.

10. Step 10

Step 10
Add the reserved beef broth, cover the beef, cook over low heat, and simmer the sauce slowly.

11. Step 11

Step 11
After the sauce is dry, add a small amount of sugar and stir-fry evenly.

12. Step 12

Step 12
Prepare chili oil in advance.

13. Step 13

Step 13
Add chili oil, stir-fry quickly.

14. Step 14

Step 14
Adjust the seasoning with a small amount of salt or light soy sauce according to taste, and stir-fry for 1 minute.

15. Step 15

Step 15
The dish is ready.

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