Ww Five Fragrant Beef

Delight your senses with the rich, aromatic flavors of "WW Five Fragrant Beef," a hearty dish infused with the warm spices of Chinese cuisine. Tender cubes of beef chuck roast are slow-simmered to perfection in a savory blend of soy sauce, dark soy, and beef stock, enhanced by the bold flavors of Chinese five-spice powder, star anise, and a cinnamon stick. Sweet carrots and caramelized onions add balance and depth, while fragrant garlic and ginger deliver a kick of freshness. Perfectly suited for cozy evenings, this dish is served over fluffy rice or noodles, soaking up every drop of its deeply flavorful sauce. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a melt-in-your-mouth finish after slow cooking, this recipe is an irresistible fusion of ease and elegance — a true comfort food classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Beef chuck roast
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 1 medium Onion, sliced
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Ginger, minced
• 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Dark soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Brown sugar
• 2 cups Beef stock
• 2 pieces Star anise
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 2 medium Carrot, cut into chunks
• 2 stalks Scallions, sliced
• 4 servings Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the beef chuck roast into 2-inch cubes, trimming any excess fat if necessary.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Sear the beef cubes in batches until all sides are browned, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, sauté the sliced onion until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the Chinese five-spice powder, mixing well to coat the onions evenly.

Step 6

Return the seared beef to the pot and pour in the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and beef stock. Add the brown sugar, star anise, and cinnamon stick.

Step 7

Bring the liquid to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it gently simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and infused with flavor.

Step 8

30 minutes before the cooking time is up, add the carrot chunks to the pot and stir to combine. Continue cooking until the carrots are tender.

Step 9

Once done, remove the star anise and cinnamon stick. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced scallions and serve hot over a bed of cooked rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1999.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2742.1

Total Fat 167.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 510.3mg	0%
Sodium 5108.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.6g
Protein 150.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 384.2mg	0%
Iron 26.0mg	0%
Potassium 3397.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.2%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 24.0%