Have you tried any Cambodian dishes before? If not, then it's an opportunity for you to experience the best of Cambodian cuisine. Beef skewer is a very fancy dish. On top of that, you get to experience local Cambodian flavor. It is a wonderful combination of lemongrass and different aromatic leaves.
Ingredients
Lemongrass – 4 tablespoons, minced
Bay leaves – 2
Thyme leaves -2 teaspoons
Lime zest – 1 teaspoon
Lemon zest – 1 teaspoon
Ginger – 2 teaspoons, diced
Garlic cloves – 8, crushed
Turmeric powder – 1.5 teaspoons
Lemon juice – 1.5 teaspoons
Salt – 1 teaspoon
Sugar – 1 teaspoon
Cinnamon – 1 teaspoon
Beef – 1 pound, sliced
Vegetable oil – 1 tablespoon
Fish sauce – 2 teaspoons
Method
● You need to make a paste of lemongrass and all the leaves like thyme, bay, lemon and lime zest, ginger, and garlic.
● Add lemon juice, turmeric, cinnamon, salt and sugar. Mix everything well.
● Place beef in a bowl; add fish sauce and oil.
● Stir in the aromatic paste that you just created and coat the beef evenly.
● Put the beef strips onto the bamboo skewers.
● Use your grill machine to grill beef. Alternatively, you can use your grill pan.
● Once the meat is tender you can serve it with pickles.
Variations
● You can use chicken instead of beef.
● Add oyster sauce instead of fish sauce.
Storing
● You can store the paste that you have created of different aromatic leaves in the refrigerator for some days.
● You can put beef onto the skewers and put the tray in the freezer by covering it. You can later take it out and grill it.
Tips
● Marinade the beef with spices and leaves for a long time to get juicy grilled beef. As the beef is cut into thin slices, the marinade will easily seep in and make the beef tender. This way it won't take much time to cook.
● Use a mortar to crush the leaves and spices to a coarse paste. This process will bring out the best flavors from the ingredients.
● Invest in a good grill machine. Buy the one that uses charcoal to get a smoky taste every time you cook something. Buying a portable machine will be helpful.
● Wash the skewers well before inserting beef in them.
The grilled lemongrass dish is now popular in other Asian countries as well. If you have a good grill machine then the beef will turn out to be outstanding. You can have rice and vegetable platter with it. It's a very fulfilling dish with lots of flavors and distinct smells. It's a very inviting dish and you must try it today!
Health benefits
Beef is nutritious. Your body needs it, though in a limited amount. Lemongrass and different herbs are sources of vitamins, minerals, and fibers. The leaves can boost the immune system. It's a light meal and will help you to keep your weight in check.
Serving
You can serve this dish with your choice of veggie saute and different types of sauce. It is a full platter meal and will satisfy your taste buds. Use a big platter to incorporate everything. You can sprinkle some dry herbs on top too for more aroma.
