Mizoram Mizo Beef Boiled Ginger Garlic Simple Preparation

Method

1. 1

   Place beef pieces in a heavy pot with 3 cups cold water.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil. Skim all white foam from the surface thoroughly — this is essential for a clean clear broth.

3. 3

   Add crushed garlic, sliced ginger, slit green chillies, lemongrass if using, turmeric and salt.

4. 4

   Reduce to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 45 to 55 minutes until beef is completely tender. A knife or chopstick should slide through a piece with no resistance.

5. 5

   In the last 10 minutes remove the lid and increase heat slightly to concentrate the broth.

6. 6

   Taste and adjust salt. The broth should be clear, deeply savoury and fragrant from ginger, garlic and lemongrass.

7. 7

   Garnish with spring onion and coriander. Serve with steamed rice, the beef pieces and the broth poured generously over everything.