Tomato Beef Stew | Chef John’s Cooking Class

This video features two stir-fried dishes and one stew, and the beef brisket recipe starts at 5:50. Imagine your kitchen filling with the rich, inviting aroma of simmering beef brisket, onions, and tomatoes. This simple yet satisfying recipe is all about layering flavors that come together effortlessly. With just a handful of ingredients—like Shaoxing wine, star anise, and a touch of black pepper—you’ll create a comforting dish that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy.

In under an hour, you’ll have a warm, fragrant stew that’s perfect for any night of the week. Garnish with fresh scallions and cilantro for a final touch of freshness, and savor every delicious bite!

Check out the other 2 recipes featured in this video: Salted Egg Yolk Stir Fry Shrimp and Stir Fry Firm Tofu

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Recipe

PRE TIME: 15 min

COOKING TIME: 35 min

TOTAL TIME: 50 min

4 SERVING

Ingredients:

1 lb. Beef brisket flat
Seasoning
1 tbsp. Cooking oil
1 medium Yellow onion
1 large Tomato
1/4 cup Tomato paste
1 tsp. Ground black pepper
1½ tbsp. Shaoxing wine
1 small Star anise
2 Qt Water
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2 medium Potatoes
1 tsp. Salt
Garnish
ㅤ ㅤ Scallions
ㅤ ㅤ Cilantro

Directions:

Step 1

Chop the beef brisket into cubes, dice tomatoes potatoes and onions.

Step 2

Put the beef brisket in the boiling water and then remove it drain the water and clean.

Step 3

Pour some oil in a medium wok, set over medium heat. Add onions and tomatoes and stir fry for 1 minute, then add tomato paste and continue to fry for another 1 minute.

Step 4