
Korean Steak Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Korean steak salad is one of my go to meals when I want something that feels impressive but comes together in under an hour. The marinated steak gives you that restaurant quality protein without any fuss, and honestly, the whole thing is budget friendly since you're stretching a modest amount of meat across plenty of fresh greens. I love how the kimchi adds this funky, spicy depth that makes every bite interesting, plus it's packed with probiotics that are great for your digestion. The dressing takes just five minutes to whisk together and ties everything into this perfectly balanced blend of savory, sour, and sweet. It's the kind of dish that feels like you spent all day cooking when really you've got dinner on the table in about forty five minutes.
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Ingredients
- 400 gmarinated steak
- 1893 mlmixed greens
- 120 gkimchi
- 473 mlsliced cucumber
- 237 mldiced carrots
- 237 mlsliced red onion
- 10 gkorean chilies
- 20 mlfish sauce
- 50 mlrice vinegar
- 10 gbrown sugar
- 2 cmginger
- 3 clovesgarlic
- 2 tablespoonstoasted sesame seeds
- 1 tablespooncrushed peanuts
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Instructions
- 1
In a blender or food processor, combine Korean chilies, fish sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic. Blend until smooth.
Tip: Adjust the spice level to your liking.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, kimchi, sliced cucumber, diced carrots, and sliced red onion.
Tip: Add the vegetables just before serving to maintain crunch.
- 3
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated steak and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
Tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the steak reaches a safe internal temperature of 71°C (160°F).
- 4
To assemble the salad, place a portion of the steak on top of the vegetables, then drizzle with the Korean dressing.
Tip: Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and crushed peanuts for added texture and flavor.
- 5
Toss the salad gently to combine, then serve immediately.
Tip: This salad is best served fresh, but it can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving.
- 6
Before serving, sprinkle additional toasted sesame seeds and crushed peanuts over the top of the salad, if desired.
Tip: This adds a nice crunch and nutty flavor to the dish.
- 7
Serve hot, garnished with additional kimchi slices if desired.
Tip: This adds a pop of color and flavor to the dish.
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