Ma-la Boiled Beef Recipe
Beef slice with red chili oil & peppercorn
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Beef
In a large bowl, marinate the thinly sliced beef sirloin with soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, and a pinch of salt. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Broth
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the Sichuan peppercorns and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the flavor.
- 3
Cook the Beef
Carefully add the marinated beef slices into the simmering broth. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the beef is just cooked through. Avoid overcooking.
- 4
Make the Chili Oil
In a small saucepan, heat the red chili oil over medium heat. Once hot, remove from heat and stir in chopped scallions and cilantro, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 5
