Bò kho

Vietnam · Southeast Asia

Short description: This aromatic stew pairs tender beef and carrots with a broth built for dipping bread or spooning over noodles.
Ingredients: Beef shank, carrots, lemongrass, star anise, cinnamon, garlic, ginger, shallots, fish sauce, annatto oil, coconut water, herbs, and bread or rice noodles.
Cultural note: It is associated with breakfast shops and casual family meals, especially when bread is used to soak up the spiced broth.
Common misconception: Despite its color, it is not a tomato-heavy Western stew; lemongrass and warm spices drive the flavor.

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creator:: Jason Hutchens
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