Vietnamese Beef Stew (Bò Kho) | Tender, Fragrant & Easy Recipe to Make at Home

Master the ultimate Vietnamese Beef Stew (Bò Kho)! Rich, fragrant, and incredibly cozy. Join me and my friend Julia (plus a little extra chaos 😂) as we cook this classic comfort food.

Bò Kho is the soul-warming stew of Vietnam. It’s made with tender beef shank, aromatic lemongrass, and a warm spice blend that hits different. Whether you serve it with a crusty Bánh Mì for dipping, over rice, or with noodles, it’s the ultimate "hug in a bowl."

In this video, we’re showing you how to get that signature deep red color and melt-in-your-mouth beef without a pressure cooker. If you love bold, slow-simmered flavors but want an easy step-by-step guide, this is for you!

In this video, you’ll master:

• Authentic Flavor: The perfect balance of lemongrass, star anise, and cinnamon.
• Tender Beef Secrets: How to cook beef shank to perfection on the stovetop.
• The "Bò Kho" Glow: How to use tomato paste and spices for that iconic rich color.
• Chaos & Cooking: Julia’s guest appearance and our best tips for beginners.

🍜 FULL WRITTEN RECIPE:
Get all the measurements and step-by-step instructions for this recipe along with 9 others in my free e-book:
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🕒 CHAPTERS (Verified):
00:00 Introduction: Making Bò Kho with Julia!
00:35 Choosing & Prepping the Beef Shank
01:38 The Marinade: Lemongrass & Warm Spices
05:46 Searing the Beef for Maximum Flavor
06:16 Aromatics & Building the Stew Base
10:00 Plating & The Three Ways to Serve (Bread, Rice, Noodles)


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💬 LET'S SETTLE THE DEBATE:
How do you eat your Bò Kho? Are you Team Bánh Mì (bread), Team Hủ Tiếu (noodles), or Team Cơm (rice)? Let us know in the comments! 👇

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