Thai Steak Salad for 8

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound flank steak
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 8 ounces wide rice noodles
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers
• 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
• 1/2 cup chopped peanuts

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the steak, soy sauce, brown sugar, vegetable oil, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness is reached.
4. Remove the steak from the skillet and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly.
5. Cook the rice noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
6. In a large bowl, combine the rice noodles, carrots, bell peppers, cucumber, and peanuts.
7. Add the sliced steak and toss to combine.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with cilantro, mint, and green onions.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 450 Fat: 15g Saturated Fat: 5g Cholesterol: 60mg Sodium: 1000mg Carbohydrates: 60g Protein: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and slightly sweet
• Refreshing and light
• Perfect for summer gatherings
• Can be easily customized to taste

User Comments:

• "This salad is amazing! The steak is so tender and flavorful, and the salad is light and refreshing." - John Doe
• "I love the combination of flavors in this salad. It's the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory." - Jane Smith
• "This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests." - Mary Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To save time, you can use pre-cooked steak.
• If you don't have rice noodles, you can use any other type of noodle.
• Be sure to slice the steak thinly so that it cooks evenly.
• Serve the salad immediately to prevent the noodles from getting soggy.