Bo Kho is a Vietnamese beef stew known for its rich, aromatic broth. Tender beef chunks, carrots, lemongrass, garlic, shallot, star anise, and cinnamon make this the perfect comfort food dish to enjoy during cooler months. Serve a warm bowl of this hearty soup with rice or a crisp French baguette.

Quick Info

⏱️ 60 min • 🍽️ 6 servings • ⭐ 95%

Nutrition

417 cal • 51g protein • 26g carbs • 12g fat

Tags

[Dairy-Free] • [Dinner] • [Under 1 Hour] • [High-Protein] • [High-Fiber] • [Meal] • [Asian] • [Halal]

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 2 pounds beef chuck
• 1 tablespoon salt, plus more to taste
• 1 tablespoon fennel pepper or ½ tablespoon black pepper
• 1 shallot, thinly sliced
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 whole star anise pods
• 5 whole cloves
• ½ tablespoon fennel
• 1 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
• ¼ cup grated lemongrass
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 5 cups beef stock
• 1 pound carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 whole cinnamon stick
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sugar, plus more to taste
• 4 tablespoons fish sauce, plus more to taste
• Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Fried garlic, for garnish
• Toasted baguette slices, for serving

Instructions Preview

1. Set the Instant Pot to the Sauté setting. …
2. Season the beef with the salt and fennel p…
3. To the same pot, add the shallot, onion, a…

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Recipe by: Sarah Banh • From: Tasty