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Ultimate Thai Beef Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Thailand, Yum Nua is a vibrant salad that showcases the balance of flavors—spicy, sour, and savory—characteristic of Thai cuisine. Traditionally served as a refreshing dish in warm weather, it highlights the use of fresh herbs and vegetables alongside grilled meat. Today, variations of this salad can be found in Thai restaurants worldwide, often adapted to local tastes and ingredient availability.

ThaiTHmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
180 g of Beef
2 tsp of Chili paste
1/2 tsp of Sugar
1/3 tsp of Salt
1/2 tsp of Fish sauce
1 tbsp of Plum sugar
1 tbsp of Lemon or lime
1/4 Brown Onion or 1 shallot
Cucumber
Cherry tomatoes
Lemongrass
Coriander
spring onion

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often more affordable.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a common substitute for those avoiding fish.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds sweetness with a different flavor profile.

1

Grill beef until cooked to desired doneness.

2

Let beef rest before slicing thinly.

3

In a bowl, combine chili paste, sugar, salt, fish sauce, plum sugar, and lemon or lime juice to make the dressing.

4

In a large bowl, combine sliced beef, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, brown onion or shallot, lemongrass, coriander, and spring onion.

5

Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to combine.

Cooking Techniques

grillingmixing

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freedairy-free

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Yum NuaThai Beef Salad

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