Changde Rice Noodles with Red-Braised Beef
Heat drippings or oil in wok over medium flame
add chili bean paste and fry until oil is red and fragrant
add ginger, cinnamon, anise and fry until fragrant
add beef cubes
add enough stock to cover generously along with other ingredients
bring to a boil and reduce heat, partially cover wok, simmer 2-3 hours over very low flame until tender
Prepare the bowl:
dash light soy sauce
salt and pepper to taste
sliced scallions
peanut oil or lard (or sesame oil)
stock
By Matt Rodigheri