Beijing-style Braised Beef

Beijing-style Braised Beef, also known as "红烧牛肉" (hóng shāo niú ròu) in Mandarin Chinese, is a popular Chinese dish that features beef slowly cooked with a variety of seasoning and sauces until it becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender. The beef is typically braised in a savory mix of soy sauce, cooking wine, sugar, garlic, and ginger, with additional ingredients such as star anise, cinnamon, and bay leaves for added flavor. Served with steamed rice or noodles, this dish is a staple of Beijing cuisine and has gained popularity throughout the world for its rich, hearty taste.