Laab Nua (Spicy Beef with Mint Leaves)
A recipe for Laab Nua (Spicy Beef with Mint Leaves) from the cookbook, Nong's Thai Kitchen.
Servings 4 -6 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound (500 grams) lean chopped or minced beef
- 2 cloves garlic peeled and finely chopped
- 5 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (30 grams) fresh mint leaves
- 2 shallots peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 green onions finely chopped
- 2 stems fresh cilantro finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons toasted rice powder
- 1 teaspoon ground chili
- Assorted vegetables for accompaniments
Instructions
- Place a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium heat without oil. Once heated, add the beef and garlic and cook, stirring often, until browned and cooked through, about 7 minutes.
- Transfer the cooked beef to a large bowl and allow to cool slightly.
- Mix in the lime juice, fish sauce, and salt. Add the mint leaves, shallots, green onions, cilantro stems, rice powder, and ground chili. Mix to combine.
- Serve on a platter with a variety of vegetables and accompany with sticky rice.