Refreshing + Satisfying Thai Beef Salad Recipe

Name: Refreshing + Satisfying Thai Beef Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Marinade; 2 stalks fresh lemongrass; 3 tablespoons raw honey; 2 tablespoons chopped shallots; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons peanut or sesame oil; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 2 tablespoons five spice powder; 1 teaspoon chili paste; Salad and Dressing; 2 pounds hanger steak, marinated (see marinade above); 3 bunches watercress; 1 cup fresh mint leaves; 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 2 bunches radishes, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons lemon zest; Dressing; 1/2 cup sesame oil; 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (you'll need at least 4 limes); 3 tablespoons fish sauce (found in Asian section of store); 1 tablespoon tamari soy sauce; 1 teaspoon raw honey; salt and pepper; 1/3 cup peanuts, chopped, for garnish

Servings: persons

Marinade
2 stalks fresh lemongrass
3 tablespoons raw honey
2 tablespoons chopped shallots
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons peanut or sesame oil
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons five spice powder
1 teaspoon chili paste
Salad and Dressing
2 pounds hanger steak, marinated (see marinade above)
3 bunches watercress
1 cup fresh mint leaves
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 bunches radishes, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons lemon zest
Dressing
1/2 cup sesame oil
1/2 cup fresh lime juice (you'll need at least 4 limes)
3 tablespoons fish sauce (found in Asian section of store)
1 tablespoon tamari soy sauce
1 teaspoon raw honey
salt and pepper
1/3 cup peanuts, chopped, for garnish

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["(If using steak) Make marinade:
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1. Peel and chop lemongrass.
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2. Place all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth.
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3. Pour marinade over the hanger steaks and allow to sit in refrigerator 2 to 8 hours.", "Trim the tough ends of the watercress then wash, and dry in a salad spinner or with a paper towel", "Combine mint, cilantro, radishes, red onion, and lemon zest in a medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.", "Make dressing: In another bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, lime juice, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey, salt and pepper. Set aside.", "Preheat grill or grill pan. Remove the hanger steak from the marinade and blot to remove any excess. Grill the steak about 4-5 minutes per side for medium rare.", "Remove steak and let it rest about 5 minutes.", "Assemble salad: Toss the green sin the dressing (might not need all of it) and place it on a platter.", "Slice steak thinly against the grain and arrange it over the greens.", "Sprinkle steak with chopped peanuts (optional) and serve!"]

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Marinade, 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, 3 tablespoons raw honey, 2 tablespoons chopped shallots, and more.

Yes, Refreshing + Satisfying Thai Beef Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Refreshing + Satisfying Thai Beef Salad

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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