Zesty Cambodian Beef Lok Lak
This week's recommendation brings the vibrant street flavors of Cambodia to your kitchen with tender seared beef in a savory-sweet glaze. Served over crisp lettuce and tomatoes with a signature lime-pepper dipping sauce, it is an exciting and refreshing dinner choice.
In short
Zesty Cambodian Beef Lok Lak takes about 30 minutes (10 min prep, 20 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 10 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Beef sirloin or ribeye, cubed600 g
- Soy sauce2 tbsp
- Oyster sauce1 tbsp
- Brown sugar1 tsp
- Garlic cloves, minced3 stk
- Black pepper, freshly ground1 tsp
- Limes2 stk
- Butter lettuce head1 stk
- Red onion, thinly sliced1 stk
- Large tomatoes, sliced2 stk
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, combine the beef cubes with soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and half of the minced garlic. Toss well and let it marinate at room temperature for 10 minutes.
- 2
Whisk together the juice of the limes with the black pepper and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. This 'Tuk Meric' sauce provides the essential zesty punch for the dish.
- 3
Heat a large wok or skillet over high heat with a splash of oil. Add the remaining garlic and then the beef in a single layer. Sear for 3-5 minutes until browned and caramelized, shaking the pan frequently.
- 4
Arrange a bed of lettuce leaves, tomato slices, and onion rings on a large platter. Pile the hot seared beef in the center and serve immediately with the lime-pepper dipping sauce on the side.
Questions and answers
How long does Zesty Cambodian Beef Lok Lak take?
About 30 minutes in total: 10 minutes prep and 20 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 10 ingredients: Beef sirloin or ribeye, cubed, Soy sauce, Oyster sauce, Brown sugar, Garlic cloves, minced, Black pepper, freshly ground …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
