Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSerious DumplingSlow-cooked Beef Noodle Soup(红烧牛肉面) Recipe

Slow-cooked Beef Noodle Soup(红烧牛肉面) Recipe

Inspired by Serious Dumpling
Time8h
Serves6

Add extra Beef $3 Add Vegetable $2.5 Add Shrimp $3

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Add-Ons

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    Cut the beef chuck into 2-inch cubes and season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Chop Aromatics

    Mince the garlic and ginger, and chop the green onions, keeping the green parts separate for garnish.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Brown the Beef

    In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes in batches and brown on all sides. Transfer to a slow cooker.

  2. 4

    Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker

    To the slow cooker, add the beef broth, soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, and star anise. Stir to combine.

  3. 5

    Slow Cook

    Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the beef is tender.

  4. 6

    Prepare the Noodles

    About 30 minutes before serving, cook the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  5. 7

    Add Optional Vegetables and Shrimp

    If using, add the chopped vegetables and shrimp to the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Serving

  1. 8

    Assemble the Soup

    In serving bowls, place a portion of the cooked rice noodles. Ladle the beef soup over the noodles.

  2. 9

    Garnish

    Top with chopped green onions and serve hot.

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