How to make Pleah Sach Ko (Cambodian Beef Ceviche/Beef Salad) ភ្លាសាច់គោ

fresh fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + vinegar

Soy sauce offers a lower-sodium alternative, while salt and vinegar are budget-friendly.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and lower in calories, while pumpkin seeds are often less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice is a good substitute for flavor, while vinegar is cost-effective.

Slice beef into thin strips and place in a bowl.

Add lime juice to the beef, adjusting to taste for sourness.

Drain excess blood from the beef and place it in a pot.

Add granulated chicken flavor soup mix to the pot with the drained liquid.

Bring the mixture to a simmer or boil.

Add the boiled liquid back into the beef.

Add lemongrass, shallots, and garlic to the beef mixture.

Add red bell pepper, radish, and jalapeno to the bowl.

Once cooled, add green onion, basil, and saw leaf herb to the mixture.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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