Recipe
Nswaa - Thai Spicy Beef Salad
Fiery Beef Delight - A Thai Spicy Salad Sensation
4.6 out of 5
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with this Nswaa recipe. Bursting with spicy and tangy notes, this beef salad is a delightful combination of tender beef, fresh herbs, and zesty dressing.
Metadata
Preparation time
20 minutes
Cooking time
6 minutes
Total time
26 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Low-carb, Paleo, Keto
Allergens
Fish (fish sauce)
Not suitable for
Vegan, Vegetarian, Nut-free, Egg-free, Soy-free
Ingredients
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500g (1.1 lb) beef sirloin, thinly sliced 500g (1.1 lb) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons lime juice
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2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons fish sauce
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1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar) 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar)
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2 Thai bird's eye chilies, finely chopped 2 Thai bird's eye chilies, finely chopped
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1 shallot, thinly sliced 1 shallot, thinly sliced
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1 cucumber, thinly sliced 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup fresh mint leaves 1 cup fresh mint leaves
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1 cup fresh cilantro leaves 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
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1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
Nutrition
- Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
- Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 5g
- Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 8g, 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Salt: 2.5g
Preparation
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1.In a bowl, combine the lime juice, fish sauce, palm sugar, and chopped chilies to make the dressing. Set aside.
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2.Heat the vegetable oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the beef slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are cooked to your desired level of doneness. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
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3.In a large mixing bowl, combine the shallot, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, mint leaves, cilantro leaves, and Thai basil leaves.
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4.Add the cooked beef slices to the bowl and pour the dressing over the salad. Toss gently to combine.
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5.Serve the Nswaa salad immediately and enjoy the explosion of flavors.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Beef — For a more tender result, slice the beef against the grain.
- Thai bird's eye chilies — Adjust the amount of chilies according to your spice preference. Remove the seeds for a milder heat.
- Palm sugar — If palm sugar is not available, you can substitute it with brown sugar.
Tips & Tricks
- Marinate the beef in the dressing for 30 minutes before grilling to enhance the flavor.
- For a refreshing twist, add some sliced mango or papaya to the salad.
- Adjust the spiciness by adding more or fewer Thai bird's eye chilies.
- Serve the Nswaa salad on a bed of lettuce for an extra crunch.
- Garnish with crushed peanuts for added texture and flavor.
Serving advice
Serve the Nswaa salad as a main course accompanied by steamed jasmine rice or sticky rice. It can also be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner on its own.
Presentation advice
Arrange the salad on a large platter, placing the grilled beef slices on top. Garnish with additional herbs and a sprinkle of crushed peanuts for an appealing presentation.
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