Spicy Beef Stew (Bo Kho)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 15
Spicy Beef Stew (Bo Kho) perfect for the cold winter days
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Prep

30 min

Cook

90 min

Ready In

2 hrs

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons annatto seeds
2 lbs top round beef , cut into large cubes
1 large onion , finely chopped
6 cloves garlic , finely chopped
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 cup beer ( optional )
1 stalk lemongrass , finely chopped
2 pieces star anise
1 cinnamon stick
1 cup thickly chopped carrot
1 cup mint leaves or 1 cup basil leaves
2 red chilies , sliced
salt
pepper
lime

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
470
Sugar
8g
Fat
27g
Spicy Beef Stew, also known as Bo Kho, is a popular Vietnamese dish that is perfect for the colder months. Traditionally, it's a spicy and aromatic stew made using different beef cuts and served with Vietnamese baguette, crusty bread or rice. Tender beef, earthy lemongrass, warming spices, and veggies simmer low and slow in a rich and flavorful broth. In Vietnam, it's commonly consumed for breakfast or lunch, but you can enjoy this dish any time of day.

Instructions

1.In a frying pan, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
2.Add the annatto seeds and fry them until the oil has turned a beautiful orange color. Remove the seeds from the oil and discard them.
3.In the same pan, fry the pieces of beef until browned on all sides. Set aside.
4.In a large pot/saucepan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
5.Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until fragrant and translucent.
6.Return the beef to the pot and add salt, brown sugar, curry powder, and beer (if using).
7.Add lemongrass, star anise, cinnamon stick, and enough water to cover the beef.
8.Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 1 hour until the beef is tender.
9.Add the carrot and let the stew cook over low heat for an additional 30 minutes.
10.Remove the star anise and cinnamon stick.
11.Serve the stew hot with a sprinkle of mint/basil leaves, sliced red chilies, salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime juice on top.

PROS

This spicy beef stew is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for warming you up on cold winter days.
It’s a one-pot meal that’s easy to make and even easier to clean up after.

The chilies in this recipe give a nice kick to your taste buds.

CONS

This beef stew is a bit time-consuming to make.
The stew itself takes about an hour to cook, and you need to cut beef into large cubes before cooking which requires time.
The ingredients list is also a bit extensive.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a good source of protein, iron, and zinc. This spicy beef stew is also packed with nutrients from veggies including carrots and the aroma from lemongrass which is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

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