LLN Thai Beef Lettuce Tacos

LLN THAI BEEF LETTUCE TACOS

{ LIGHT AND CRISPY LETTUCE TACOS FILLED WITH A ZINGY AND FRESH THAI INSPIRED FILLING. PERFECT FOR SUMMER AND GREAT FOR ENTERTAINING TOO. }

Contributor: Casey-Lee Lyons

{ INGREDIENTS }

500g beef sirloin (or other good quality steak)

1 TBSP macadamia oil (or other mild oil)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 long red chilli, sliced

1 TBSP coriander stems, very finely chopped

1 TBSP fish sauce

Juice of 2 limes

2 tsp honey (optional)

4 cups mixed lettuce leaves

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 small red onion, very finely sliced

1 cucumber, halved lengthways and sliced

1/2 cup fresh coriander, chopped

1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped

2 baby cos lettuce hearts, leaves separated

{ METHOD }

Cook lightly oiled beef over medium heat on a pan, grill or BBQ for 4 minutes each side or until cooked to liking.  Remove from heat and allow to rest.

Meanwhile in a mixing bowl combine oil, garlic, chilli, coriander stems, fish sauce, lime juice and honey.

Add lettuce leaves, tomatoes, onion, cucumber, coriander and mint leaves and toss to coat leaves well.

Thinly slice beef into strips, add to your bowl of salad and gently toss.

Spoon portions into lettuce leaves. Serve immediately.

Prep time: 
Cook time: 
Total time: 25 MINUTES
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