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Bo Nuong Xa

Savor the flavors of marinated lemongrass beef skewers suitable for broiling or grilling. This dish, rooted in Vietnamese tradition, is enhanced when paired with the delectable Nuaoc Cham sauce for dipping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Additional Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine vietnamese
Servings 6
Calories 204 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks lemon grass, minced
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
  • 1 ½ pounds sirloin tip, thinly sliced
  • skewers
  • 12 leaves romaine lettuce
  • fresh cilantro for garnish
  • fresh basil for garnish
  • fresh mint for garnish
  • thinly sliced green onion for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, mix the sugar, soy sauce, pepper, garlic, lemon grass, and sesame seeds. Place the meat in the dish, and stir to coat. Cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • Preheat grill for high heat. Discard marinade, and thread meat onto skewers accordion style.
  • Brush grill grate with oil, and discard marinade. Arrange skewers on the grill. Cook 5 minutes per side. Serve hot from skewers, or remove from skewers and serve on lettuce leaves. Garnish with cilantro, mint, basil, and sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 204kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 20gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 61mgSodium: 348mgPotassium: 416mgSugar: 2gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Bo Nuong Xa
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