Nam Tok Neua

Nam Tok Neua is a vibrant Thai salad featuring grilled beef, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing that tantalizes the taste buds. This low-carb dish is not only refreshing but also packed with protein, making it a perfect choice for a light meal.

Ingredients

• Beef flank steak - 250 grams
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, thinly sliced
• Fresh mint leaves - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Coriander leaves - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Cucumber - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Lettuce - 2 cups, torn

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Season the beef flank steak with salt and pepper, then grill for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
3. Remove the steak from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, fish sauce, chili flakes, and minced garlic to create the dressing.
5. In a large salad bowl, add the sliced beef, shallots, mint, coriander, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
7. Serve the salad on a bed of torn lettuce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh herbs and vegetables.

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