Crying Tiger Beef Skewers with Herb Marinade

Ingredients

• 600 g beef sirloin, cut into 1‑inch cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small Thai red chili, finely sliced
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 large radish, peeled into thin ribbons
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, mint, garlic, sliced chili, fish sauce, salt, and pepper to form the herb‑chili marinade.

2. 2

   Add the beef cubes to the marinade, toss to coat, and let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes while you prepare the skewers.

3. 3

   Thread the marinated beef cubes onto metal or soaked bamboo skewers, leaving a small gap between pieces for even cooking.

4. 4

   Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium‑high heat; brush lightly with oil. Grill the skewers, turning every 2‑3 minutes, until the beef is browned on the outside and reaches medium‑rare (about 12‑15 minutes total).

5. 5

   While the beef cooks, arrange the radish ribbons on a serving platter.

6. 6

   Remove the skewers from the grill, let rest 2 minutes, then serve atop the radish ribbons with any remaining herb‑chili sauce drizzled over.