Beef cooked with Vietnamese coriander is a Vietnamese dish where beef is cooked with Vietnamese coriander (rau răm) to create a flavorful and aromatic stew.
Here’s a simple recipe for making Beef cooked with Vietnamese coriander at home:
Ingredients:
- 500g beef (preferably stewing cuts like chuck or brisket, cubed)
- 1 onion (thinly sliced)
- 2-3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1-2 bird’s eye chilies (optional, thinly sliced)
- 1 bunch Vietnamese coriander (rau răm), stems removed and leaves chopped
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- Salt to taste
- Water or beef broth
- Optional additional vegetables: carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, etc.
Instructions:
- Prepare the beef: Cut the beef into bite-sized cubes. If using tougher cuts, you may want to tenderize the beef by lightly pounding it with a meat mallet.
- Sauté aromatics: In a pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic and sliced onion until fragrant and slightly caramelized.
- Add beef and spices: Add the cubed beef to the pot and stir-fry until it’s browned on all sides. Season with fish sauce, sugar, and salt to taste. If using, add sliced bird’s eye chilies for heat.
- Add water or broth: Pour enough water or beef broth into the pot to cover the beef. Bring the liquid to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer.
- Simmer: Allow the beef to simmer in the broth for about 1.5-2 hours, or until it becomes tender and flavorful. Stir occasionally and skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface of the broth during cooking.
- Add Vietnamese coriander: About 15-20 minutes before serving, add the chopped Vietnamese coriander leaves to the pot. Let the flavors meld together as the dish continues to simmer.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more fish sauce, sugar, or salt to achieve the desired flavor balance.
- Serve: Once the beef is tender and the flavors have developed, serve “Beef cooked with Vietnamese coriander” hot, garnished with additional fresh Vietnamese coriander leaves. Enjoy with steamed rice or French bread to soak up the delicious broth.
This dish is known for its rich and aromatic broth, tender beef, and the distinctive flavor of Vietnamese coriander. Adjust the spiciness and seasoning according to your preference. Enjoy your homemade “Beef cooked with Vietnamese coriander”!
