Description
Crying Tiger Beef is a delicious Thai-inspired dish featuring marinated flank steak served over jasmine rice, garnished with fresh cilantro and cucumber. This meal offers a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors, making it ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced (for serving)
- 1 cup jasmine rice (for serving)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Place the flank steak in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the steak, ensuring it is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
- Rinse 1 cup of jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 1 ½ cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and set aside.
- Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and heat for about 1 minute.
- Remove the flank steak from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Discard the marinade.
- Place the steak in the hot skillet or grill pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side without moving it.
- Flip the steak and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes for medium-rare. Cook longer if desired.
- Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for about 5 minutes.
- After resting, slice the steak against the grain into thin strips.
- Serve a generous scoop of jasmine rice on each plate and arrange the sliced beef on top.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and sprinkle sesame seeds on top if desired.
- Serve with thinly sliced cucumber on the side.
- Enjoy your Crying Tiger Beef with the combination of marinated beef, fluffy jasmine rice, and fresh cucumber.
- For an elevated experience, serve with a dipping sauce made from lime juice, fish sauce, and a touch of sugar.
- Share this delicious meal with friends or family for a delightful gathering.
Notes
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
- For a dipping sauce, mix lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar to taste.
- This dish pairs well with a side of fresh vegetables or a light salad.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes