Experience the vibrant and savory Thai Basil Beef Salad, a perfect harmony of tender beef, crisp vegetables, and aromatic Thai basil.
Thai Basil Beef Salad
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin steak, thinly sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 red chilies, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Crushed peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the sliced beef in soy sauce for 15-20 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Thai basil, garlic, and red chilies.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated beef until browned.
- Add the cooked beef to the vegetable mixture.
- In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Garnish with crushed peanuts and extra Thai basil leaves.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 4
Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories: 320, Fat: 18g, Carbohydrates: 12g, Protein: 28g