Spicy Thai Beef Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dressing
01 -
1 lime, squeezed for juice
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1 1/4 teaspoons light brown sugar
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1 clove garlic, finely chopped
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1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
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1 jalapeno, split (chop one half, thinly slice the other)
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1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
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2 tablespoons chopped lemongrass (tender inner part only)
→ Steak
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1 New York strip steak (about 9 to 10 oz, 1-inch thick)
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1/2 tablespoon oil for cooking
→ Rice Powder
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2 tablespoons raw jasmine rice (any type works, but jasmine is ideal)
→ Salad
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Lettuce of your choice
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3 tablespoons chopped cilantro (leaves and stems included)
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1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed and roughly torn
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2 shallots, thinly sliced
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Sliced cucumbers
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Halved cherry tomatoes
# Instructions:
01 -
Mince the garlic and chop half of the jalapeno. Toss these into a small bowl. Thinly slice the other jalapeno half and add it in too. Mix in the fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, lemongrass, and chili flakes. Taste it and tweak the flavors with more lime, sugar, or fish sauce if needed. Give it a good mix and set it aside.
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In a small pan, dry-toast the rice on medium-high heat. Stir regularly until it's golden brown, taking about 10 minutes. After it cools down, grind the rice into a coarse powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
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Heat oil in a big skillet on medium-high heat. Sear one side of the steak, about 5 to 6 minutes until nicely browned. Flip and give it another 5 to 6 minutes for medium-rare. Let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes. Cut into thin strips or small pieces.
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Start with a medium mixing bowl. Add the sliced beef (and juices), shallots, mint leaves, and cilantro. Stir the dressing and pour it over everything. Toss gently until coated. Sprinkle the toasted rice powder and toss once more. Serve over lettuce, topped with tomatoes and cucumbers.
# Notes:
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If you're not eating right away, keep the salad, steak, and dressing stored separately. Combine them right before serving. It stays fresh for up to 3 days.