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Crying Tiger Beef with Nam Jim Jaew Sauce

Crying Tiger Beef with Nam Jim Jaew Sauce

Experience the bold flavors of Crying Tiger Beef with the fiery Nam Jim Jaew sauce for a flavor explosion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 pound Beef Steak Use brisket or cuts no thicker than 1 inch.
  • 3 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Substitute with soy sauce for a vegetarian alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Low-sodium versions if preferred.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (grated) Fresh or powdered forms work in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated) Fresh ginger is recommended for best results.
For the Nam Jim Jaew Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Glutinous Rice Toast and grind for dipping sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Use fresh limes for optimal flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Tamarind Paste Substitute with lemon juice if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar (evaporated cane, optional) Substitute with honey for different sweet profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust quantity based on heat preference.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro/Scallions Fresh herbs to garnish.
  • 1 small Shallot (optional) Adds sweetness and depth.

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Marinating and Preparing
  1. In a bowl, combine the oyster sauce, fish sauce, grated garlic, and grated ginger. Coat the beef steak thoroughly and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
  2. Toast the glutinous rice in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes. Grind it into a coarse powder and mix with fish sauce, lime juice, tamarind paste, sugar, chili flakes, cilantro, scallions, and shallots.
Grilling the Beef
  1. Preheat your grill or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Grill the marinated steak for about 1.5 minutes on each side to achieve crosshatch marks.
  2. Cook until medium-rare, approximately 5 minutes total for a 1-inch thick steak.
Serving
  1. Let the beef rest for 10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  2. Plate the sliced beef, garnish with white pepper and toasted rice powder, and serve alongside fresh vegetables and the Nam Jim Jaew sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Pair with fresh cucumber sticks or a vibrant Green Papaya Salad for an extra crunch.

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