Lentil & Beef Rou jia mo (Chinese-Style Sloppy Joe)

Directions

1. In a medium rondeau or wide braising pan, boil beef brisket in just enough water to cover it and cook until it turns color. Drain water and clean the rondeau. Replace brisket in the rondeau and add 4 cups (1 L) water, lentils, Shaoxing wine, soy sauces, scallions, ginger, 5-spice, and bay leaves.
2. Bring everything to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 2 hours until beef is fork tender.
3. Remove beef and lentils. Chop beef roughly and transfer all to a bowl.
4. In a separate small bowl, mix hoisin and vinegar together. Add to the beef and toss well to coat.
5. Warm English muffins in a cast iron skillet and split it open. Fill generously with meat and lentil mix and garnish with daikon and carrots. Enjoy your Chinese sloppy joe.