Taiwanese Aromatic Broth

A rich and aromatic broth infused with typical Taiwanese flavors and Brazilian Cachaça! This broth is so versatile and serves multiple uses. Lǎo lǔ, as it is also known, can be used as a base for chicken foot stews, pork knuckle and even tofu.

Slice <quantity>⅓<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of ginger

Add <quantity>½<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of vegetable oil to a saucepan over medium heat

Add <quantity>8</quantity> scallions

Add the sliced ginger

Add <quantity>8<unit>cloves</unit></quantity> of garlic. Mix ingredients to cook them evenly

Add <quantity>1<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of sichuan pepper

Add <quantity>8</quantity> star anise. Stir to evenly cook them

Add <quantity>400<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of soy sauce

Add <quantity>200<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of cachaça

Add <quantity>100<unit>g</unit></quantity> of sugar

Add <quantity>400<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of water. Stir to combine

Simmer for 30m to infuse the flavors

Turn off the heat. Let the broth cool in the pan for 20m

Strain. The Taiwanese aromatic broth is ready

Enjoy!

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