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Quick & Easy Crying Tiger Beef

Quick & Easy Crying Tiger Beef
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Embark on a culinary adventure with Quick & Easy Crying Tiger Beef, a dish that brings the bold and vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine right to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. This recipe features juicy strips of ribeye steak marinated in a harmonious blend of spices, served alongside an irresistible sweet and spicy dipping sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish captures the essence of comfort food while offering an exciting burst of flavor in every bite. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll create a meal that’s not only satisfying but also incredibly rewarding.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ribeye steak (or sirloin/striploin)
  • 2 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp vegetarian stir-fry sauce
  • 1 tbsp palm sugar (or brown sugar)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp tamarind pulp
  • 3 tbsp hot boiling water
  • 1 tsp uncooked glutinous rice (toasted)
  • 1 tbsp shallots (finely diced)
  • 1 tbsp cilantro (finely chopped)
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce (or vegan alternative)
  • 1/2 tsp Thai chili flakes

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the vegetarian stir-fry sauce, palm sugar, lime juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, and vegetable oil until well combined. Add the steak strips, ensuring they are coated evenly. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, dissolve tamarind pulp in hot boiling water until smooth. Strain through a fine sieve to remove any solids.
  3. In a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat, toast uncooked glutinous rice until golden brown and fragrant. Grind into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder.
  4. Combine tamarind paste, rice powder, shallots, cilantro, fish sauce, lime juice, and chili flakes in a small bowl.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated steaks in batches without overcrowding the pan. Sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
  6. Remove from heat and let rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.
  7. Arrange sliced beef on a platter with dipping sauce on the side.

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