Beef and Daikon Radish Soup
Ingredients
- ¾ pound beef chuck steak
½ inch thick slices
- 8 cups water
- ¾ pound daikon radish
cut into ¼ inch thick slices
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- ½ teaspoon soy sauce
- or to taste½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ cup garlic minced
- 4 green onion
white + green parts sliced
- Jasmine rice
- Sliced green onion
Directions
- 1
Add water and daikon radish to a medium-sized dutch oven and bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
- 2
Add sliced beef, fish sauce, soy sauce, garlic, and kosher salt. Bring to a boil, then lower to a to medium-high heat and cook for 45 minutes.
- 3
Lower heat to a simmer, add green onion and cook an additional 25 minutes.
- 4
Taste soup and adjust seasoning. Add more fish sauce and kosher salt, if needed.
- 5
Serve with steamed jasmine rice on the side and top soup with sliced green onion.
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply warming and satisfying meal after a long day, especially when the weather turns cold? This Beef and Daikon Radish Soup is the ultimate comfort in a bowl, designed to envelop you in savory goodness.
What makes this soup so special is the harmonious blend of tender beef chuck and subtly sweet daikon radish. Slow simmering transforms these simple ingredients into a rich, umami-packed broth that feels both hearty and incredibly soothing. It's a testament to how humble ingredients, patiently cooked, can create something truly extraordinary.
Expect a beautifully clear, aromatic broth with a profound savory depth from the beef, enhanced by the distinct salty notes of fish sauce and soy sauce. The beef chuck will be wonderfully tender, practically melting in your mouth, while the daikon radish turns translucent and soft, absorbing all the delicious flavors of the soup. Its mild, slightly sweet essence provides a perfect counterpoint to the robust beef, making each spoonful a balanced delight. Fresh garlic and green onions provide a vibrant finish, lifting the rich flavors without overwhelming them.
While beef chuck steak is the star, you can easily adapt this comforting soup. Consider other stewing cuts of beef for similar results, or experiment with different root vegetables if daikon is hard to find, though its unique texture is key. Adjust the amount of fish sauce and soy sauce to your preference for saltiness and depth. For a touch of heat, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes would be a welcome addition for those who enjoy a little spice.
Serve this hearty Beef and Daikon Radish Soup steaming hot over a bed of fluffy jasmine rice, garnished generously with fresh sliced green onions for a complete and satisfying meal perfect for a cozy winter evening.