Description
Thai beef salad is a vibrant dish that combines tender marinated beef with fresh, crunchy vegetables and aromatic herbs. This refreshing salad bursts with zesty flavors, making it a perfect light meal for sunny days or a delightful side for barbecues. Its colorful presentation and unique taste will impress your guests and keep you coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 English cucumber, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 medium carrots, julienned
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Chili flakes to taste (optional)
- 2 tbsp peanut butter (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine sliced beef with lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar. Toss well and let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- 2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the beef marinates, slice cucumber, bell pepper, and julienne carrots.
- 3. Cook the Beef: Heat a pan over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Sear the marinated beef for about 3-4 minutes until browned but juicy.
- 4. Combine: In a large bowl, mix cooked beef with vegetables. Add mint and cilantro; adjust seasoning with more lime juice or fish sauce if desired.
- 5. Optional Dressing: Mix peanut butter with water for added creaminess; adjust thickness as needed.
- 6. Serve: Plate the salad attractively on a platter or individual bowls, garnishing with chili flakes if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg