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Crying Tiger Beef: Thai Grilled Flavor Explosion

Crying Tiger Beef: A Juicy Thai Grilled Flavor Explosion

Discover the explosive flavors of Crying Tiger Beef, a quick and delicious Thai grilled dish that's perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Flank Steak Skirt steak can be a substitute.
  • ¼ cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium option recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Optional for vegetarian version.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a healthier alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Use freshly squeezed.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; substitute with garlic powder if needed.
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred.
  • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for spice preference.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Olive oil or sesame oil works too.
For Serving
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Can substitute with pickled vegetables.
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice Basmati rice is a fine alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds For flavor and crunch.

Equipment

  • grill pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Resealable Plastic Bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until the sugar fully dissolves.
  2. Place the flank steak in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it, ensuring it's fully coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours.
  3. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear, then drain. In a saucepan, combine rice and water, bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer and cover for 15 minutes.
  4. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil. Grill the flank steak for about 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  5. Transfer the cooked steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes, covering it loosely with aluminum foil.
  6. Slice the steak against the grain into thin strips and serve over jasmine rice, garnished with cilantro, cucumber, and toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate the steak well for at least 1 hour. Adjust the spice level with red pepper flakes as needed.

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