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Thai Beef Salad – Yum Nua

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This Thai Beef Salad, known as Yum Nua, is a vibrant celebration of bold flavors and contrasting textures. The dish centers on tender slices of top round beef, charred over high heat to lock in juices and impart a smoky depth. This savory meat is tossed with crisp cucumbers, bright red onions, and juicy tomatoes, all bound together by a classic Thai dressing of fish sauce, fresh lime juice, sugar, and fiery bird's eye chilies. The result is a perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy notes. It&# 226;€™s an excellent choice for a light summer lunch, a quick weeknight dinner, or a refreshing side dish. Serve it over a bed of cool lettuce leaves or alongside steamed sticky rice for a complete meal that feels both comforting and exotic.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2
Calories: 627.2
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Thai Beef Salad, known as Yum Nua, is a vibrant celebration of bold flavors and contrasting textures. The dish centers on tender slices of top round beef, charred over high heat to lock in juices and impart a smoky depth. This savory meat is tossed with crisp cucumbers, bright red onions, and juicy tomatoes, all bound together by a classic Thai dressing of fish sauce, fresh lime juice, sugar, and fiery bird's eye chilies. The result is a perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy notes. It&# 226;€™s an excellent choice for a light summer lunch, a quick weeknight dinner, or a refreshing side dish. Serve it over a bed of cool lettuce leaves or alongside steamed sticky rice for a complete meal that feels both comforting and exotic.
Ingredients
  • 10 ounce Top round beef
  • 1/4 cup Cucumber; cut in half lengthwise then sliced thin crosswise
  • 1/4 cup Red or yellow onion; thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 tbsp Fresh lime juice
  • 1 1/2 tbsp Fish sauce (Nam Pla)
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1-2 tsp Chili pepper; finely chopped (to taste)
  • 1/4 cup Tomato; diced
  • 2 tbsp Cilantro leaves; chopped
  • 1 head Iceberg or romaine lettuce; for serving
Directions
  1. 1
    Prepare the dressing by whisking together the fresh lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and finely chopped chili peppers in a small bowl until the sugar is dissolved.
  2. 2
    Heat a grill, grill pan, or heavy skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
  3. 3
    Season the top round beef lightly with salt and pepper if desired, then grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until medium-rare.
  4. 4
    Remove the beef from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  5. 5
    Slice the rested beef thinly across the grain into bite-sized pieces.
  6. 6
    In a large bowl, combine the sliced beef, cucumbers, onions, diced tomatoes, and most of the chopped cilantro.
  7. 7
    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  8. 8
    Arrange fresh lettuce leaves on plates, top with the beef salad, and garnish with the remaining cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 627.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 37.5g58%
Saturated Fat 15.0g75%
Cholesterol 195.0mg65%
Sodium 180.3mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 0.5g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 0.3g
Protein 65.1g131%

* 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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