Ingredients
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1 1/2 lbs steak, about 1 inch thick (strip cut works best)
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salt, to taste
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 cup nam pla
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3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
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2 shallots, sliced
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2 teaspoons sugar
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1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, cut in half lengthwise, and sliced
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1 cup fresh mint leaves
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1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
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1 garlic clove, minced
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4 cups green leaf lettuce (or combination of green and red lettuces)
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2 small fresh chili peppers, preferably Thai that have been steamed and seeded and minced or 2 teaspoons hot red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or broiler. Sprinkle the steak with salt and pepper, then grill for about 4 minutes per side or until medium-rare. Remove from the heat and let rest for about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk together the nam pla, lime juice, farlic, shallots, chiles, and sugar. Cut the steak into 1/4 inch slices and immediately toss the steak with the dressing.
- Place the lettuce, cucumber, mint, and cilantro on a plate and top with the steak and dressing. Serve immediately.