Crying Tiger Beef Salad with Lime and Chili

Ingredients

• 300 g Beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 2 Thai bird chilies, sliced
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 1/4 cup Fresh mint leaves, torn
• 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
• 1/2 Cucumber, julienned
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Season the sliced beef with black pepper and a pinch of salt, then toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil.

2. 2

   Heat a grill pan or skillet over high heat (about 2 minutes), and quickly sear the beef for 2‑3 minutes until just cooked through; transfer to a bowl and let cool slightly.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl combine lime juice, fish sauce, sliced chilies, mint, cilantro, and cucumber; add the warm beef and toss gently to coat.

4. 4

   Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra mint or cilantro.