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Crying Tiger Beef with Nam Jim Jaew Sauce

Savory Crying Tiger Beef with Spicy Nam Jim Jaew Sauce Delight

Experience the vibrant flavors of Crying Tiger Beef with Nam Jim Jaew Sauce, a protein-packed Thai dish that’s simple to prepare.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Substitute with soy sauce for vegetarian option.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Use tamari to keep it gluten-free.
  • 8 grams Garlic Grated, adjust quantity to taste.
  • 8 grams Ginger Grated, fresh ginger is recommended.
For the Beef
  • 400 grams Beef Steak No more than 1-inch thick; brisket or ribeye is ideal.
  • White Pepper Optional based on your taste preference.
For the Nam Jim Jaew Sauce
  • 12 grams Glutinous Rice Substitute could be cooked rice flour.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh lime is essential for authentic flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Tamarind Paste A splash of vinegar can be a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Evaporated Cane Sugar Brown sugar or coconut sugar can be used instead.
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Flakes Adjust for your spice tolerance.
  • 10 grams Cilantro or Mint Chopped, substitute with green onions for milder flavor.
  • 10 grams Scallion Chopped, optional or can be replaced with chives.
  • 16 grams Shallot Minced, optional; reduce if substituting with yellow onion.

Equipment

  • Grill pan
  • medium bowl
  • Skillet
  • Spice grinder

Method
 

Marinating and Cooking
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together the oyster sauce, fish sauce, grated garlic, and ginger until well combined. Coat the beef steak thoroughly with this marinade. Allow it to marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or up to two hours in the fridge.
  2. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the glutinous rice until golden brown for about 4-5 minutes. Grind the toasted rice into a coarse powder. In a bowl, combine this rice powder with fish sauce, lime juice, tamarind paste, evaporated cane sugar, chili flakes, and chopped cilantro and scallion, mix until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. Add the marinated beef steak to the pan, grilling each side for approximately 2.5 minutes, turning the steak 90 degrees halfway through for crosshatch marks.
  4. Once the beef is grilled to your liking, transfer it to a cutting board and allow it to rest for 10 minutes. Then slice the beef thinly against the grain.
  5. To serve, place the sliced beef on a platter, sprinkle with white pepper and toasted rice powder, and accompany with cool vegetables and Nam Jim Jaew sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 170gramsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Adjust marination time for flavor enhancement and control the spice level according to your preference.

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