Crispy Thai Beef Salad with Ginger Lime Dressing
Experience the perfect balance of flavors and textures with this Crispy Thai Beef Salad with Ginger Lime Dressing, a vibrant and refreshing dish that's both light and satisfying. Tender strips of beef, coated in cornstarch and pan-fried to golden, crispy perfection, take center stage atop a bed of colorful mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and aromatic herbs like cilantro and mint. The zesty ginger lime dressing, made with fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and a touch of chili heat, ties everything together with a burst of citrusy, umami-rich goodness. Finished with a sprinkle of roasted peanuts for crunch, this quick and easy salad is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or as a show-stopping centerpiece at your next gathering. Ready in just 30 minutes, you'll love how this Thai-inspired recipe transforms simple ingredients into a bold and flavorful masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Beef sirloin or flank steak
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 4 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 150 grams Mixed salad greens
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons Peanuts, roasted and chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 small Red chili, finely sliced
Instructions
Pat the beef dry with paper towels and cut it into thin strips against the grain.
In a bowl, coat the beef strips with cornstarch, ensuring an even layer.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Once hot, add half of the beef strips in a single layer and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until crispy and browned. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and beef. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sliced red chili to make the dressing. Adjust seasoning to taste.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, chopped cilantro, and torn mint leaves.
Drizzle half of the ginger lime dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
Transfer the dressed salad onto a large serving platter. Arrange the crispy beef strips on top.
Drizzle the remaining dressing over the beef and salad. Garnish with chopped roasted peanuts for crunch and additional cilantro or mint if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant and refreshing Thai beef salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.2 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.8 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3402 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.4 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.5 g | ||
| Protein | 119.3 g | 239% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 3204 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
