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Braised Beef Shank

By MaoMao Mom

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6 servings

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30-60 min

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Easy

Braised Beef Shank
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Recipe Details

Course: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 15 min

Cook Time: 35 min

Total Time: 30-60 min

Cuisine: Chinese

Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 - 2 1/2 pounds beef shank
  • 2 teaspoons peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 3 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 cup light soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons dark soy sauce
  • 3 clovers
  • 2 anise
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon jasmine green tea
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ginger
  • 2 green onions
  • 5 cups Water
Serve this wonderful cold dish to anyone! It is popular in many areas of China and well loved by all tasters!

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Put the beef shank and marinade ingredients into a Zip-Lock bag or food container, seal it, shake well and place in a fridge for one day.
  2. Rinse off peppercorns and place beef shank in the Instant Pot along with all ingredients.
  3. Close the lid, and turn the pressure valve to the "Sealing" position. Press the [Pressure Cook] button and set to 35 minutes of cooking time.
  4. When it is done, wait another 10 minutes. Slowly release the pressure then open the lid. Take out the cooked beef shank and place into a clean container. Chill for 4 hours, slice and serve.

About the chef

MaoMao Mom

MaoMao Mom

MaoMao Mom, the creator of MaomaoMom Kitchen, is a passionate cook, mom, wife, and scientist who shares her favorite recipes using simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions. Originally from China, she moved to Canada in the late ’80s to join her husband at the University of British Columbia. After completing their graduate studies, they settled in Ottawa. MaomaoMom's love for cooking began in her childhood, learning traditional techniques from her grandmother. Her passion for the kitchen deepened after the birth of her son, Maomao, a once fussy eater who inspired her to create healthier and more appealing meals. Now a teenager, Maomao is 6 feet tall and makes nutritious food choices, thanks to his mother's home-cooked meals. With a background in chemistry, MaomaoMom applies her scientific approach to cooking, bringing together traditional Chinese cuisine and healthy eating. In 2006, she launched her cooking blog, which quickly gained popularity, especially among overseas Chinese communities. By 2011, had over 20 million views, and she published her first cookbook in Chinese to raise funds for her church. Inspired by the movie Julie & Julia, MaomaoMom made the decision to blog her recipes in both English and Chinese, ensuring that her son and future generations could continue enjoying their family’s treasured dishes. Her recipes are not only a personal passion but a way to share the joy of cooking with a global audience, blending tradition with health-conscious, practical cooking.

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