Vietnamese Beef Ribbons Recipe

Name: Vietnamese Beef Ribbons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound lean boneless beef sirloin steak; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh lemon grass; 1 teaspoon minced serrano pepper with seeds; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 medium onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings; 3 tablespoons sugar; 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 4 cups shredded carrot; 1/3 cup chopped fresh mint; Vegetable cooking spray; 1 tablespoon chopped unsalted dry-roasted peanuts

Servings: persons

1 pound lean boneless beef sirloin steak
1 tablespoon chopped fresh lemon grass
1 teaspoon minced serrano pepper with seeds
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups shredded carrot
1/3 cup chopped fresh mint
Vegetable cooking spray
1 tablespoon chopped unsalted dry-roasted peanuts

1
Partially freeze steak; trim fat from steak. Slice steak diagonally across grain into 1/4-inch-wide strips, and set aside.
2
Combine lemon grass and next 4 ingredients in a large heavy-duty, zip-top plastic bag; seal bag, and shake well. Add steak to bag; seal bag, and shake until steak is well coated. Marinate in refrigerator 8 hours, turning bag occasionally.
3
Combine onion, sugar, vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a bowl; cover and chill at least 30 minutes. Stir in carrot and mint.
4
Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade. Thread steak onto 4 (12-inch) metal skewers.
5
Coat grill rack with cooking spray; place on grill over medium-hot coals (350u00b0 to 400u00b0). Place kabobs on rack; grill, covered, 5 minutes or to desired degree of doneness, turning skewers once. Transfer carrot mixture to a serving platter using a slotted spoon; top with steak, and sprinkle evenly with peanuts.

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* 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: 1 pound lean boneless beef sirloin steak, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh lemon grass, 1 teaspoon minced serrano pepper with seeds, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and more.

Yes, Vietnamese Beef Ribbons falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Vietnamese Beef Ribbons

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Variations & substitutions

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