Hong Shao Niu Rou Mian (Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup)

Name: Hong Shao Niu Rou Mian (Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 lbs beef shanks, cut crosswise into 2 inch thick bone-in pieces; 1/4 cup chinese rice wine; 3 tablespoons whole black peppercorns; 14 garlic cloves, crushed; 8 plum tomatoes, quartered; 8 whole star anise pods; 4 yellow onions, quartered; 2 dried arbol chiles; 1 piece ginger, chopped (4 inches); 3 tablespoons chinese black vinegar; dark soy sauce, to taste; kosher salt, to taste; sugar, to taste; 12 baby bok choy; 1 1/2 lbs thin egg noodles; pickled chinese greens, chopped (garnish)

Servings: persons

8 lbs beef shanks, cut crosswise into 2 inch thick bone-in pieces
1/4 cup chinese rice wine
3 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
14 garlic cloves, crushed
8 plum tomatoes, quartered
8 whole star anise pods
4 yellow onions, quartered
2 dried arbol chiles
1 piece ginger, chopped (4 inches)
3 tablespoons chinese black vinegar
dark soy sauce, to taste
kosher salt, to taste
sugar, to taste
12 baby bok choy
1 1/2 lbs thin egg noodles
pickled chinese greens, chopped (garnish)

1
Put beef in a pot, cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Drain beef and transfer to a clean pot with wine, peppercorns, garlic, tomatoes, star anise, onions, chiles, and ginger.
2
Add water to cover ingredients by 1/2 inch. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 1 hour. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 1 hour. Transfer beef to a cutting board. Skim fat, strain and reserve broth, Discard solids.
3
Add vinegar and season with soy sauce, salt, and sugar. Pull beef from bones, cut into large chunks and add to broth.
4
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add bok choy and cook until just tender (2 minutes). Transfer bok choy to bowls. Boil noodles until softened then drain.
5
Divide broth, beef and noodles among bowls. Garnish with greens.

3564

kcal

Calories

158

Fat

273

Carbs

283

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 lbs beef shanks, cut crosswise into 2 inch thick bone-in pieces, 1/4 cup chinese rice wine, 3 tablespoons whole black peppercorns, 14 garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Hong Shao Niu Rou Mian (Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!