Cambodian Beef Skewers
250kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef (sirloin or flank steak), sliced into thin strips
- 1/4 cup fish sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- stalks lemongrass, finely chopped
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 16 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- whisk
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Grill or broiler
- Soaked bamboo skewers
- Tongs or spatula
Method
- In a large bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, chopped lemongrass, and black pepper until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Add the sliced beef to the marinade and stir to coat the beef evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight if possible.
- Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated beef onto the soaked bamboo skewers, leaving a small gap between each piece to ensure even cooking.
- Grill or broil the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the beef is cooked to your desired doneness.
- Serve the beef skewers hot with steamed rice and your choice of vegetables.
Nutrition
Serving1gCalories250kcalCarbohydrates11gProtein30gFat9gSaturated Fat3gCholesterol77mgSodium1044mgPotassium526mgSugar10g
Notes
Tips and Tricks
Use a sharp knife to slice the beef into thin strips for easier and more even cooking.Soak the bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before threading the beef onto them. This will prevent the skewers from burning on the grill. Don't overcrowd the skewers. Leave a small gap between each piece of beef to ensure even cooking. Use tongs or a spatula to turn the skewers while cooking to prevent them from sticking to the grill.