Jul 14 2026
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Beef Hot Pot Recipe

Inspired by Hot Pot Heaven Kailua
Time2h
Serves6

Tender beef cooked in aromatic broth.

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Ingredients

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Beef

Broth

Vegetables

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the beef

    Cut the beef chuck roast into 1-inch cubes. Season the cubes with salt and black pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.

  2. 2

    Prep the vegetables

    Slice the carrots into thin rounds, chop the mushrooms into quarters, and separate the bok choy leaves from the stems. Rinse all vegetables under cold water.

  3. 3

    Prepare the aromatics

    Mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the fresh ginger. Slice the green onions into small pieces, separating the green parts from the white parts.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Brown the beef

    In a large pot, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned beef cubes and brown them on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.

  2. 5

    Make the broth

    In the same pot, add the beef broth, water, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, star anise, and cinnamon stick. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.

  3. 6

    Simmer the beef

    Once the broth is boiling, return the browned beef to the pot. Reduce the heat to low and cover. Allow it to simmer for 1.5 hours until the beef is tender.

  4. 7

    Add vegetables

    After 1.5 hours, add the carrots, mushrooms, and bok choy to the pot. Stir gently and let it cook for another 20-30 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  5. 8

    Finish with garnishes

    Before serving, stir in the sesame oil and adjust seasoning with chili flakes to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro and the green parts of the sliced green onions.

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