Vietnamese Beef Salad
Serves 4|
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Ingredients
- 1 flank steak (1 1/2 to 2 pounds)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 ounces thin rice noodles
- 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons peanut oil
- 2 radishes, trimmed and thinly sliced
- 1 papaya, peeled, seeded, and roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
Directions
- Place the steak and soy sauce in a large resealable plastic bag. Refrigerate for 2 to 8 hours.
- Heat grill to medium or place a grill pan over medium heat. Cook the steak to the desired doneness, about 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a cutting board to rest for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the noodles according to the package directions. Rinse the noodles under cold water and drain.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the ginger (if using), lime juice, brown sugar, salt, and sesame and peanut oils.
- Thinly slice the steak across the grain. Divide the steak and noodles among individual plates. Top with the radishes and papaya, drizzle with the dressing, and sprinkle with the cilantro (if using).
Nutritional Information
- Per Serving
- Calories 482Calories From Fat 37%
- Fat 20g
- Sat Fat 5g
- Cholesterol 72mg
- Sodium 507mg
- Carbohydrate 35g
- Fiber 1g
- Sugar 7g
- Protein 40g
What does this mean? See
Nutrition 101
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