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Crying Tiger Beef with Nam Jim Jaew Sauce: A Flavorful Delight

Crying Tiger Beef with Nam Jim Jaew Sauce is a flavorful dish featuring marinated flank steak served with a spicy dipping sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound flank steak
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the Nam Jim Jaew Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon rice powder or toasted ground rice
  • 1 tablespoon chili flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Method
 

  1. Slice the flank steak against the grain into thin strips.
  2. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  3. Add the sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  5. Once hot, add the marinated beef strips in a single layer, cooking for about 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
  6. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes.
  7. While the beef is resting, prepare the Nam Jim Jaew sauce by mixing fish sauce, lime juice, rice powder, chili flakes, sugar, and chopped cilantro in a small bowl. Stir until well combined.
  8. Slice the beef into bite-sized pieces and serve with the Nam Jim Jaew sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider grilling the beef instead of pan-searing for a smoky taste.
  • You can also serve the beef with sticky rice or fresh vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Adjust the spice level of the sauce by adding more or fewer chili flakes based on your preference.

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