Thai Beef Salad
The steak for a Thai salad is often marinated before it's broiled and that's a shame, because most of those flavorings burn off and turn to naught. For the best taste, first sear the steak, then let it sit overnight in the marinade before tossing it with the greens.
Prep Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
4 servings, 2 cups each
Ingredients
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1 pound sirloin steak, trimmed of visible fat
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1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
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2 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces
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Zest of 1 lime
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3 tablespoons lime juice
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1 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
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1/2 teaspoon sugar
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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4 cups torn frisee, or curly endive
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2 cups torn red leaf lettuce
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
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2 tablespoons untoasted sesame oil , or canola oil
Directions
1
Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler. Rub steak all over with soy sauce and black pepper. Place on a baking sheet; broil, turning once, 14 to 16 minutes for medium-rare to medium, respectively. Let rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, mix scallions, lime zest and juice, fish sauce, sugar and crushed red pepper in a shallow dish. Slice the steak into thin strips against the grain and cut each strip into bite-size pieces. Add the steak to the marinade, along with any accumulated juices; toss well, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
3
Place frisee (or endive), lettuce and mint in a salad bowl. Add the steak and marinade, drizzle with oil, gently toss, and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 230, Total Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Monounsaturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Sodium 455 mg, Carbohydrate 6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24 g, Potassium 525 mg. Daily Values: Vitamin A 50%. Exchanges: Vegetable 1.5,Lean Meat 3,Fat 0.5.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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