Lemongrass Beef Skewers - Adapted Martha Stewart Li

Name: Lemongrass Beef Skewers - Adapted Martha Stewart Living
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 stalks lemongrass, stalks bottom 4 inches only, minced; 3 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 ½ teaspoons fish sauce; 2 tablespoons packed light-brown sugar; 1 teaspoon packed light-brown sugar; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 lb boneless sirloin, trimmed of excess fat; ¼ cup roasted salted peanuts, crushed (about 1 ounce); 12 English cucumber, thinly sliced on the diagonal (optional); fresh mint sprig, and; basil sprig, for serving; boston lettuce leaf, for serving; lime wedge, for squeezing

Servings: persons

3 stalks lemongrass, stalks bottom 4 inches only, minced
3 tablespoons fish sauce
1 ½ teaspoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons packed light-brown sugar
1 teaspoon packed light-brown sugar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb boneless sirloin, trimmed of excess fat
¼ cup roasted salted peanuts, crushed (about 1 ounce)
12 English cucumber, thinly sliced on the diagonal (optional)
fresh mint sprig, and
basil sprig, for serving
boston lettuce leaf, for serving
lime wedge, for squeezing

1
Soak 8 bamboo skewers in cold water for 30 minutes.
2
Whisk together lemongrass, fish sauce, sugar, garlic, and oil.
3
Slice beef very thinly against the grain.
4
Add to marinade, and toss.
5
Let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes.
6
Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
7
Thread beef onto skewers.
8
Grill until browned, about 1 minute per side.
9
Transfer to a platter, tent with foil, and let rest 5 minutes.
10
Sprinkle with peanuts.
11
Serve with the remaining ingredients on the side, bundling the meat, cucumber, and herbs inside the lettuce leaves if desired.

225

kcal

Calories

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 stalks lemongrass, stalks bottom 4 inches only, minced, 3 tablespoons fish sauce, 1 ½ teaspoons fish sauce, 2 tablespoons packed light-brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Lemongrass Beef Skewers - Adapted Martha Stewart Living falls under the Soups & Stews 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 Skewers - Adapted Martha Stewart Living

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Variations & substitutions

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