Heavenly Beef – Nuea Sawan *

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Crispy, sweet, and savory Thai deep-fried beef bites with a rich sauce
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This classic Thai dish, known as Nuea Sawan, transforms simple sirloin into an unforgettable treat. The beef is thinly sliced, marinated in a blend of fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar, then deep-fried until perfectly crisp and golden. The result is a delightful contrast between the crunchy exterior and the tender, juicy meat inside. The glaze offers a complex balance of salty, sweet, and umami flavors, enhanced by the subtle aromatic warmth of toasted cilantro powder. Often served as a street food snack or an appetizer, it pairs wonderfully with sticky rice or as a filling for fresh spring rolls. It’s a crowd-pleasing recipe that delivers authentic Thai flavors with minimal effort.

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Heavenly Beef – Nuea Sawan *

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 1345.5

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This classic Thai dish, known as Nuea Sawan, transforms simple sirloin into an unforgettable treat. The beef is thinly sliced, marinated in a blend of fish sauce, soy sauce, and sugar, then deep-fried until perfectly crisp and golden. The result is a delightful contrast between the crunchy exterior and the tender, juicy meat inside. The glaze offers a complex balance of salty, sweet, and umami flavors, enhanced by the subtle aromatic warmth of toasted cilantro powder. Often served as a street food snack or an appetizer, it pairs wonderfully with sticky rice or as a filling for fresh spring rolls. It&# 226;ÂÂs a crowd-pleasing recipe that delivers authentic Thai flavors with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. If making your own cilantro powder, lightly sauté whole coriander seeds in a dry pan until brown and aromatic, then grind into a coarse powder.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and cilantro powder to form the marinade.
  3. Add the thinly sliced sirloin to the marinade, tossing well to ensure every piece is coated. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
  4. Pour oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or wok, filling it about one-third full, and heat to 350ðF (175ðC).
  5. Carefully add the marinated beef slices to the hot oil in small batches to avoid overcrowding.
  6. Deep fry the beef for 2-3 minutes, or until the pieces are golden brown, crispy, and floating to the surface.
  7. Remove the beef with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  8. Serve immediately while hot and crispy, optionally with steamed sticky rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1345.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 128.0g197%
Saturated Fat 21.3g107%
Cholesterol 84.0mg29%
Sodium 853.1mg36%
Total Carbohydrate 13.1g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 12.5g
Protein 33.5g67%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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