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Savory Crying Tiger Beef

Savory Crying Tiger Beef: A Quick Thai Feast to Savor

Savory Crying Tiger Beef is a quick and delicious Thai dish featuring tender marinated flank steak, ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marination Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Flank Steak Main protein that gives the dish its tender and rich flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium for a healthier choice.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Can be omitted or replaced with extra soy sauce for a vegetarian alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a great substitute.
  • 1 juice Lime Always use fresh lime for the best taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced garlic is preferred for its intensity.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust for added spice.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Customize according to your personal spicy preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Substitute with olive oil for a different flavor profile.
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Perfect base to complement the savory Crying Tiger Beef.
  • Fresh Cilantro Garnish that adds herbal brightness.
  • 1 Cucumber Offers a crunchy, refreshing contrast to the beef.
  • Sesame Seeds Optional garnish that adds nuttiness and texture to the dish.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Cutting Board
  • Resealable Plastic Bag

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Place the flank steak in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours.
  3. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear, combine with water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated steak, searing for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  5. Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips.
  7. Serve jasmine rice on plates, top with sliced beef, sprinkle with cilantro and sesame seeds, and add cucumber slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use high-quality flank steak for best results. Allow adequate marination time and rest the steak before slicing for tenderness.

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