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Thai Beef Salad

Recipe by Zachary Neman on InstagramAdded 27 October 2026.

20 minutes to prep, 10 to cook. A vibrant Thai beef salad that balances smoky seared hanger steak with a bright, spicy lime‑fish‑sauce dressing. Fresh herbs, crisp cucumber, and toasted rice powder add aromatic depth and satisfying crunch, making it a quick yet impressive meal.

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Thai Beef Salad by Zachary Neman, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Season the hanger steak generously with salt and let it rest uncovered in the refrigerator overnight, or at least one hour, to dry the surface.

  2. Heat a pan over medium‑high heat and sear the steak for about 2–3 minutes per side until a crust forms and the interior reaches medium doneness.

  3. Transfer the steak to a cutting board, let it rest briefly, then slice it thinly against the grain.

  4. In the same pan, add the garlic cloves and toast them until golden; transfer the toasted garlic to a bowl.

  5. Whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, and the sliced Thai chilies to create the dressing.

  6. Stir the toasted garlic and thinly sliced shallots into the dressing.

  7. In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced steak, diced tomato, thinly sliced cucumber, cilantro, mint, and basil leaves.

  8. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

  9. Sprinkle the toasted rice powder over the top for added nuttiness and crunch.

  10. Serve the salad immediately.

Tips while you cook

Season and rest the steak before cooking
Season the hanger steak with salt and let it rest uncovered in the refrigerator before searing.
Rest the steak briefly after searing
After searing, transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest briefly before slicing.
Toast garlic in the same pan
Use the hot pan from the steak to toast the garlic cloves, then add them to the dressing.
Add dressing just before serving
Pour the dressing over the assembled salad and toss gently right before serving.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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