Cow Stomach Pho With Spicy Preserved Chili Peppers Recipes

QUICK BEEF PHO

Steps:

• For the Pho Stock: Add the beef base and 1 quart water to a 2-quart (1.9-L) saucepan and bring to a low boil. Add the fish sauce, sugar, ginger, onion and salt to the stock and reduce the heat to a simmer. Wrap the cloves, star anise and cinnamon stick in a piece of cheesecloth and tie it into a satchel. Add the satchel to the broth and simmer for at least 30 minutes, but no more than 45 minutes.
• Around the 30 minute mark, taste the broth to see that the spice flavors have been extracted, and adjust seasonings if necessary. Strain the aromatics and satchel from the broth, return to a sauce pot, and reserve for assembly.
• For the assembly: Bring the broth back to a simmer. In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Using a sieve or basket, quickly dip the noodles into the water until they are hot and al dente, 10 to 20 seconds. Drain the excess water from the noodles and distribute the noodles between 4 bowls.
• Top each bowl with some sliced beef, basil, bean sprouts, cilantro, jalapeno, scallions and onion, or as each person wishes. Ladle in enough broth to cover the ingredients in the bowl. Garnish with a lime wedge. I like to serve pho with Sriracha and hoisin sauce.

SPICY BEEF WITH PEPPERS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons sherry, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, garlic and pepper flakes. Add beef and toss to coat. Set aside. , In another bowl, combine water with remaining cornstarch, sherry and soy sauce. Set aside. , In a wok or skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil on medium-high. Add green and red peppers; stir-fry 3 minutes. Remove peppers to a platter., Add remaining oil and half of the beef; stir-fry until no longer pink. Remove and stir-fry remaining beef., Return peppers and beef to pan. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook 1 minute or until thickened. Serve with rice.

COW STOMACH PHO WITH SPICY PRESERVED CHILI PEPPERS

Steps:

• Thinly slice the tripe. Place all ingredients in a large soup pot, cover and simmer for two and a half hours.
• Occasionally stir the simmering broth and add additional water, if needed.
• When the meat has simmered for two and a half hours add the Noodles, reduce heat then begin preparing your toppings.
• Rinse fresh Soy Bean Sprouts under cold water.
• Rinse and pat dry fresh Thai Basil.
• Thinly slice Jalapeno peppers (or your favorite spicy chili pepper).
• Cut Lemon or Lime wedges for garnish.
• By the time you are done preparing your toppings, your Pho soup should be ready to serve.
• To make preserved chili peppers to be served as a topping, thinly slice your favorite spicy chili pepper (Red and Green Thai Chilies are excellent for this). Place in a glass jar and cover with equal parts of Fish Sauce and Rice Vinegar. Let sit for a week or more to develop flavor. These preserved chilies will last for ages and are excellent on everything from soups to salads to even pizza and spaghetti!

SOUTH AMERICAN PIZZA WITH CHORIZO AND CHILI PEPPERS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
• Roll the pizza dough on a floured surface and place on a cookie sheet.
• Spread the pizza sauce over top. Cover with a sprinkling of garlic, then a 1/2 cup of queso fresco. Top with chorizo and green onion, then cover with the remaining cheese and chili slices. Cook until the crust is golden brown (10 to 12 minutes). Garnish with cilantro.
• Note: I prefer my crust prebaked for a crispier crumb. May need to reduce final cook time.

OLIVE OIL WITH ANCHOVIES AND CHILI PEPPERS

Steps:

• Drain the anchovies and pat dry with paper towels.
• Chop 1 of the anchovies and place in a clean and absolutely dry 2-cup bottle.
• Add the whole anchovies and the chili pepper.
• Fill the bottle with olive oil, cover, and let stand in a dark place for a week, shaking from time to time, before using.
• This oil will keep for 3-6 months, stored in a cool, dark place.

GUACAMOLE WITH GREEN CHILI PEPPERS

Steps:

• Combine ingredients. Cover and chill.

SPICY BEEF CHILI

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large saucepan. Add garlic and onion and cook until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add beef, crushed red pepper, and black pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Drain and discard fat and excess oil.
• Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chili beans, black beans, and corn to the saucepan and return to low heat. Add cayenne pepper and chili powder. Season with additional black pepper if desired. Add Worcestershire sauce. Blend well and cover. Simmer, stirring occasionally, 20 to 30 minutes.

QUICKER PHO WITH MEATBALLS - VIETNAM

Steps:

• Set large, flameproof casserole or stockpot over medium heat; add oil. A minute later, add garlic and chopped onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, combine pork and minced onion with a large pinch of salt; form into about 20 small meatballs.
• When onion is cooked, remove with slotted spoon. Add meatballs to pan. Turn heat to high; brown quickly, about 5 minutes. Return onion to the pan along with the stock, anise, pepper, cloves, cinnamon, ginger, nam pla and sugar.
• Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 20 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through and the seasonings have married.
• Meanwhile, cook the rice noodles in boiling salted water until tender, just a few minutes. Strain, rinse in cold water, and set aside.
• When meatballs are cooked, add noodles to the broth and reheat them. Divide noodles and meatballs among 6 - 8 serving bowls and pour in the broth. Garnish with bean sprouts, cilantro, basil, chiles and scallions. Serve, squeezing lime juice over all.

OLIVE OIL WITH CAPERS AND CHILI PEPPERS

Steps:

• Rinse the capers under running water and drain well on paper towels.
• Chop 2 tblsps of the capers and place them in a clean, absolutely dry 2-cup bottle.
• Add the remaining capers and the chili peppers and fill the bottle with olive oil.
• Cover and keep in a cool, dark place for a week, shaking from time to time, before using.
• This oil will keep for 3-6 months in a cool, dark place.