Lanzhou beef noodle soup (兰州牛肉面)

Step 1

Put beef chunks and beef bones into a pot filled with cold water. Bring the water to a full boil. Use a spoon to skim off the froth on the surface.

Step 2

Add all the herbs and spices (see note 1). Leave to simmer for about 2 hours (until the beef is cooked through).

Step 3

Take the beef out to cool and discard the bones, herbs and spices. When cold, cut the beef into either thin slices or small cubes(see note 2).

Step 4

Cut daikon into thin slices. Put into the beef broth. Cook for 15 minutes or so until very soft to bite.

Step 5

Cook noodles in another pot with plenty of water. Drain and rinse under cold water for a few seconds.

Step 6

Place noodles in serving bowls. Pour in hot broth and daikon. Top with beef slices/cubes. Garnish with fresh coriander and homemade chili oil.