Lao Steak

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 2
Delicious Lao Steak recipe for your dinner tonight
in Meat

Prep

40 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb steak
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon msg ( option )
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon meat tenderizer
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1/3 cup lemongrass
3 garlic cloves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
284
Sugar
9g
Fat
14g
Lao Steak is a popular meat dish in Laos, often enjoyed with sticky rice and a variety of vegetables. It’s a simple and easy recipe that can be made at home with minimal effort and ingredients. The steak is marinated in a mixture of salt, msg, black pepper, meat tenderizer, sugar, oyster sauce, lemongrass and minced garlic to give it lots of flavor. Once cooked, it’s juicy, tender and packed with umami. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend BBQ with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Pound steak with meat mallet or tenderizer until it's thin.
2.Marinate steak with salt, msg, black pepper, meat tenderizer, sugar, oyster sauce, lemongrass and minced garlic. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
3.Preheat your pan or grill to medium high heat (350-450 degrees F).
4.Cook the steak for 6-7 minutes on each side, flipping it once.
5.Once the steak is done cooking, take it off the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it.
6.Serve with your favorite sides!

PROS

Lao Steak is a simple, quick and easy to make dish that’s great for any occasion.
The meat is juicy and tender, with lots of flavor from the marinade.
It’s also a great source of protein and can be paired with many different sides.

CONS

The steak may be too salty or sweet for some and it should be eaten in moderation.

The high heat of cooking may produce carcinogenic compounds called heterocyclic amines (HCAs) which can be harmful to health.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Steak is a high protein food that contains essential vitamins and minerals, including iron, zinc and vitamin B12. These nutrients are important for growth and immune system function.
Garlic in the marinade may also help to reduce cholesterol levels and lower the risk of heart disease in some people.

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