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Isan-Style Steak Salad (Crying Tiger)

Isan-Style Sliced Steak Salad (Crying Tiger)
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This Isan-style sliced steak salad, known as Crying Tiger, features perfectly grilled steak thinly sliced and tossed with a vibrant herb dressing. It’s a refreshing and flavorful dish with a delightful balance of spicy, sour, and savory notes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound sirloin steak or flank steak
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fish sauce
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon finely sliced shallots
  • 1 tablespoon toasted rice powder (Khao Khua)
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (or to taste)
  • 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 cups mixed greens

Instructions

  1. Pat the steak dry and rub it with vegetable oil, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  3. Grill the steak for 3-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until your desired doneness.
  4. Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes before thinly slicing against the grain.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, mint, cilantro, shallots, toasted rice powder, and chili flakes to make the dressing.
  6. Add the sliced steak, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to combine.
  7. Serve the salad immediately over a bed of mixed greens.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
  • Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your preferred spice level.
  • Toasted rice powder adds a unique nutty flavor and texture. You can make it by toasting uncooked sticky rice until golden brown, then grinding it into a coarse powder.

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