Thai beef salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of Thai Beef Salad, featuring tender beef, fresh lettuce, crunchy mung beans, bell pepper, and a fragrant mix of coriander, spearmint, and shallots. Dressed in a zesty lime juice blend with fish sauce, soy sauce, garlic, and fiery red chili peppers, this refreshing salad is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
- 05 May 2024
- Cook time 8 min
- Prep time 25 min
- 4 Servings
- 13 Ingredients
Thai Beef Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that marries tender slices of beef with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. It's perfect for those looking for a light yet flavorful meal that is quick and easy to prepare. The combination of lime juice, soy sauce, and fish sauce gives the salad a distinctively Thai taste, making it a hit at any gathering or as a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Start by grilling or pan-searing the beef until it’s cooked to your preferred level of doneness. Allow it to rest for 5 minutes, then slice it thinly against the grain.
- While the beef is cooking, wash and chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- Julienne the red pepper and thinly slice the shallots.
- Rinse the mung beans thoroughly.
- Roughly chop the coriander leaves and spearmint.
- In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, finely chopped red hot chili peppers, and sugar. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the lettuce, red pepper, mung beans, shallots, coriander leaves, and spearmint.
- Add the sliced beef on top of the salad.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together to ensure even distribution of the dressing.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, flavorful, and vibrant Thai Beef Salad!
Tips:
- Select a good quality beef cut like sirloin or ribeye for the best flavor and tenderness.
- Allow the beef to marinate in the dressing for at least 15-30 minutes before cooking to enhance the flavor.
- Slice the beef as thinly as possible against the grain to ensure tenderness.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of chili peppers based on your heat tolerance.
- Use the freshest vegetables and herbs for a bright, crisp texture.
- Taste the dressing and adjust the lime juice, sugar, and fish sauce to balance the flavors according to your preference.
With its zesty and refreshing combination of ingredients, Thai Beef Salad is an excellent choice for a nutritious and flavorful meal. By following these tips and using high-quality fresh ingredients, you'll be able to create a dish that's not only delicious but also authentically Thai. Whether you are serving it for a special occasion or a casual meal, this salad is sure to impress.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 350 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 400kcal | 16% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 36g | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 16g | 4% |
| Fiber 3.45g | 9% |
| Sugar 9g | 9% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 22g | 25% |
| Saturated 8g | 28% |
| Cholesterol 130mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 320ug | 36% |
| Choline 150mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 0.20mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 0.32mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B3 6mg | 37% |
| Vitamin B6 0.69mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B9 80ug | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 2.26ug | 94% |
| Vitamin C 77mg | 83% |
| Vitamin E 1.30mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K 110ug | 89% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 70mg | 5% |
| Copper, Cu 0.21mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 4.11mg | 37% |
| Magnesium, Mg 55mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus, P 280mg | 23% |
| Potassium, K 750mg | 22% |
| Selenium, Se 33ug | 61% |
| Sodium, Na 250mg | 17% |
| Zinc, Zn 9mg | 77% |
| Water | |
| Water 260g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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