Lemongrass Beef Rolls with Rice Noodles Recipe

Name: Lemongrass Beef Rolls with Rice Noodles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak (1 inch thick), sliced across the grain 1/8 inch thick; 2 stalks of fresh lemongrass, tender white inner bulb only, chopped; 2 large shallots, chopped; 5 garlic cloves, minced; 6 tablespoons sugar; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup Asian fish sauce; Vegetable oil; 1 medium carrot, sliced lengthwise with a vegetable peeler and cut into slivers; 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice; 3 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1/2 cup water; 5 jalapenos, thinly sliced; 1/4 pound rice vermicelli; 3 tablespoons chopped unsalted roasted peanuts; One large handful each of basil, mint and cilantro; 1 1/2 cups mung bean sprouts; 1 large head of Boston lettuce, separated into leaves

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak (1 inch thick), sliced across the grain 1/8 inch thick
2 stalks of fresh lemongrass, tender white inner bulb only, chopped
2 large shallots, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
6 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup Asian fish sauce
Vegetable oil
1 medium carrot, sliced lengthwise with a vegetable peeler and cut into slivers
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1/2 cup water
5 jalapenos, thinly sliced
1/4 pound rice vermicelli
3 tablespoons chopped unsalted roasted peanuts
One large handful each of basil, mint and cilantro
1 1/2 cups mung bean sprouts
1 large head of Boston lettuce, separated into leaves

1
Soak 2 dozen 8-inch bamboo skewers in warm water for 30 minutes.
2
Thread the steak onto the skewers and place on a large baking sheet.
3
In a food processor, combine the lemongrass, shallots, two-thirds of the garlic, 3 tablespoons of the sugar and the coriander and pepper.
4
Pulse until a smooth paste forms.
5
With the machine on, add 3 tablespoons of the fish sauce and 2 tablespoons of oil.
6
Brush the beef with the marinade and let stand for 30 minutes.
7
Meanwhile, on a cutting board, use the side of a large knife to mash the remaining garlic and 3 tablespoons of sugar to a paste.
8
In a small bowl, toss the garlic paste with the carrot slivers and let stand for 15 minutes.
9
Stir in the remaining 5 tablespoons of fish sauce, the lemon juice, rice vinegar, water and one-third of the jalapenos.
10
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the rice noodles until just wilted, about 1 minute.
11
Drain and rinse under cold water.
12
Drain well, then transfer to a platter.
13
Light a grill.
14
Lightly oil the grate.
15
Grill the beef skewers over a medium-hot fire for 1 to 2 minutes per side for medium-rare meat.
16
Arrange the skewers over the noodles and sprinkle with the peanuts.
17
Serve with the dipping sauce, fresh herbs, bean sprouts, lettuce and the remaining two-thirds of the jalapenos so your guests can make their own bundles.

935

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak (1 inch thick), sliced across the grain 1/8 inch thick, 2 stalks of fresh lemongrass, tender white inner bulb only, chopped, 2 large shallots, chopped, 5 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Lemongrass Beef Rolls with Rice Noodles falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lemongrass Beef Rolls with Rice Noodles

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Variations & substitutions

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