Indonesian Steak Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Indonesian steak salad has become my go to dinner when I want something impressive but manageable on a weeknight. The beauty of this dish is that it comes together in just under an hour, and most of the ingredients are probably already in your pantry. I love how the creamy peanut butter sauce with coconut milk and lime creates this amazing balance of rich, tangy, and just the right amount of heat. Peanut butter is packed with protein and healthy fats that keep you satisfied, and when you toss it all together with fresh vegetables and tender steak, you've got a restaurant quality meal that feels like a treat but is actually pretty straightforward to make at home.
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Ingredients
- 400steak
- 120 gpeanut butter
- 240 mlcoconut milk
- 60 mlfish sauce
- 120 mllime juice
- 60 gbrown sugar
- 10 gcumin
- 10 gcoriander
- 5 gchili flakes
- 5 gsalt
- 2 gblack pepper
- 200 gred onion
- 200 gbell peppers
- 100 gcucumber
- 20 gmint leaves
- 120 gtoasted peanuts
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Instructions
- 1
In a blender or food processor, combine peanut butter, coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, cumin, coriander, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and set aside.
Tip: Peanut sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of water and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Add to the peanut sauce and whisk until smooth.
Tip: If the sauce is too thick, add a little more water. If it's too thin, add a little more cornstarch.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the sliced red onion, bell peppers, and cucumber.
Tip: Toss with a little water to prevent browning.
- 4
Grill or pan-fry the steak until cooked to desired doneness.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the steak reaches a safe internal temperature of 60°C (140°F).
- 5
Slice the steak into thin strips and add to the bowl with the vegetables.
Tip: Toss to combine.
- 6
Drizzle the peanut sauce over the salad and toss to coat.
Tip: Adjust the amount of sauce to taste.
- 7
Garnish with mint leaves and toasted peanuts.
Tip: Add a sprinkle of chili flakes on top for extra flavor.
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