Braised Beef Noodle Soup Recipe
Rich beef broth with tender noodles.
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Ingredients
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Broth
Noodles and Garnishes
Method
Broth Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Start by cutting the beef shank into large chunks. Peel and quarter the onion, and crush the garlic cloves. Slice the ginger into thin pieces.
- 2
Brown the Meat
In a large pot, add the beef shank and beef bones. Brown the meat on medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes until it is well-seared.
- 3
- 4
Simmer the Broth
Pour in 8 cups of water and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 2-3 hours until the beef is tender.
- 5
Season the Broth
After the broth has simmered, add soy sauce, salt, and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- 6
Strain the Broth
Once the beef is tender, strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pot. Discard the solids and return the broth to the heat.
Noodle and Garnish Preparation
- 7
- 8
Prepare the Garnishes
Chop the green onions and rinse the bean sprouts. Cut the lime into wedges.
Assembly
- 9
Serve the Soup
In serving bowls, place a portion of egg noodles. Ladle the hot beef broth over the noodles. Top with green onions, cilantro, and bean sprouts. Squeeze fresh lime juice on top before serving.