Keto-Friendly Cambodian Lok Lak Salad with Grilled Beef Skewers

Allergens

Soy (Fish sauce)

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced 8 wooden or metal skewers 2 cups mixed lettuce greens, washed and torn into bite
• sized pieces 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped 3 tablespoons coconut aminos 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed 1 teaspoon fish sauce 1 teaspoon raw honey or keto
• friendly sweetener 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Salt, to taste 2 tablespoons coconut oil, for cooking

Instructions

1. a. Begin by preparing the grilled beef skewers. Thread the thinly sliced beef sirloin onto wooden or metal skewers, leaving space between each piece for even cooking. Set aside. b. In a small bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, lime juice, fish sauce, raw honey (or keto friendly sweetener), ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt to taste. This will be your marinade. c. Brush the skewered beef with half of the prepared marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Let the beef marinate for 15 20 minutes at room temperature for maximum flavor absorption. d. In a large mixing bowl, toss together mixed lettuce greens, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and mint leaves. Set aside. e. Heat coconut oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium high heat. Once hot, add the marinated beef skewers and cook for 2 3 minutes per side or until desired level of doneness is reached. Remove from heat and set aside to rest. f. Drizzle the remaining marinade over the salad and toss gently to combine. Arrange the dressed salad on individual plates or a shared platter. g. Place the grilled beef skewers atop the dressed salad, creating an appealing visual contrast. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

Marinating the beef at room temperature allows the flavors to permeate the meat more effectively.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spiciness of the dish by modifying the amount of cayenne pepper used.