Thai Beef Salad with Onions Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 pound thinly sliced sirloin steak
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
• 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
• Salt and pepper as per taste

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, fish sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
2. Add thinly sliced sirloin steak to the marinade mix and coat well. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or for up to 24 hours.
3. In a pan, heat some oil and sauté thinly sliced red onions until they are brown and crispy. Keep aside.
4. In a grill, cook the beef (you can also cook in a pan) until it turns crispy and tender. Once cooked, let it rest for few minutes and slice it thinly as per your preference.
5. In a serving bowl, mix grilled sirloin steak, crispy onions, and chopped cilantro until well combined.
6. Serve your Thai beef salad with onions cold or at room temperature, topped with chopped green onions and fresh mint leaves.

Verdict:

This colorful and tasty Thai beef salad with onions is a perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors. The tender beef is cooked to perfection and the crispy onions add just the right amount of texture. The freshness of herbs like cilantro and mint make this salad even more delightful.

Serving suggestions:

You can serve this Thai beef salad with onions as an appetizer or a side dish. It pairs well with rice noodles or steamed jasmine rice. Enjoy it with a refreshing glass of iced tea or with a chilled beer on a hot summer day.