Here’s a vibrant and flavorful recipe for Lemongrass Beef with Avocado:This dish combines the fragrant, citrusy notes of lemongrass with the richness of beef and the creamy freshness of avocado.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed and finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chili flakes for extra heat
Instructions:
- Marinate the Beef:
- In a bowl, combine the finely chopped lemongrass, minced garlic, minced ginger, fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Mix well.
- Add the thinly sliced beef to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for a deeper flavor.
- Cook the Beef:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated beef to the skillet in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until the beef is browned and cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. If you like extra heat, add a pinch of chili flakes.
- Assemble the Dish:
- On a serving platter or individual plates, arrange the sliced avocado, red bell pepper, and cucumber.
- Top with the cooked lemongrass beef.
- Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top and drizzle with lime juice.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, either as a main dish or with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.