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Crying Tiger Steak

Cultural Context

Crying Tiger Steak, or 'Neua Pad Prik', hails from Thailand and is a beloved dish known for its bold flavors and vibrant presentation. Traditionally enjoyed in Thai cuisine, it symbolizes the country's love for grilled meats paired with zesty sauces. This dish has gained popularity beyond Thailand, inspiring variations in many Southeast Asian countries and among international food enthusiasts.

ThaiTHmain
45 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
1 lb beef steak
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
4 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon chili flakes
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup coriander leaves
1/4 cup green onions
1/4 cup Thai basil
2 tablespoons rice powder
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 cucumber
1 head lettuce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef steak

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a lower-sodium alternative, while salt is a basic substitute.

coriander leaves

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: cilantro

Parsley is a common herb that can mimic the flavor.

Thai basil

🥗Healthier: sweet basil

💰Cheaper: regular basil

Sweet basil is widely available and offers a similar taste.

1

Marinate beef steak in oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and black pepper.

2

Cook the steak for 2 minutes on each side for medium rare.

3

Let the steak rest for 10 minutes.

4

Roast white rice in a pan until it gets color, then grind it using a mortar and pestle.

5

In a bowl, mix the ground roasted rice with sugar, tamarind paste, fish sauce, lime juice, dry chili flakes, and chopped shallots and cilantro.

6

Slice the steak thinly against the grain after resting.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingslicing

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishsoy

Also Known As

Sliced Beef with Spicy Dipping SauceCrying Tiger

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