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Sichuan Boiled Beef (Shuizhu Niurou)

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time20 minsCook Time20 minsTotal Time40 mins

For the Beef Marinade:
 1 lb (450g) beef tenderloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
 1 tablespoon soy sauce
 1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine (Shaoxing wine) or dry sherry
 1 teaspoon cornstarch
For the Soup Base:
 4 cups beef or chicken broth
 2 tablespoons soy sauce
 1 tablespoon Chinese rice wine
 1 inch ginger, sliced
 2 cloves garlic, smashed
For the Sauce:
 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
 8-10 dried red chili peppers, chopped
 1 tablespoon Sichuan peppercorns
 3-4 tablespoons spicy bean paste (doubanjiang)
 3 green onions, chopped
 3 cloves garlic, minced
 1 inch ginger, minced
Additional Ingredients:
 2 cups bean sprouts (optional)
 Bok choy or Napa cabbage, chopped (optional)
 Cilantro, for garnish
1

Marinate the Beef:

Combine beef slices with soy sauce, rice wine, and cornstarch. Mix well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.

2

Prepare the Soup Base:

In a pot, combine the broth, soy sauce, rice wine, ginger, and garlic. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.

3

Cook the Beef:

Increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil. Add the marinated beef slices and cook until they are just done (about 1-2 minutes). Remove the beef with a slotted spoon and set aside.

4

Prepare the Sauce:

In a wok or pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the Sichuan peppercorns and dried chili peppers, frying until fragrant.
Add the spicy bean paste, green onions, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for a few minutes until the oil is vibrant red and the mixture is aromatic.

5

Combine Everything:

Place the cooked beef and optional vegetables in a serving bowl. Pour the hot spiced oil mixture over the beef.

6

Serve:

Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately, accompanied by steamed rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts

0 servings

Serving size

160

Amount per serving
Calories450
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g39%

Saturated Fat 7g35%
Sodium 1000mg44%
Total Carbohydrate 15g6%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 35g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.