Vietnamese Beef Marinade
Elevate your culinary game with this vibrant Vietnamese Beef Marinade, a perfect harmony of bold, aromatic flavors. This easy-to-make marinade blends savory soy sauce, umami-rich fish sauce, and sweet brown sugar with the zesty brightness of lime juice and the warm spice of black pepper. Fresh garlic, shallot, and minced lemongrass add an authentic, fragrant depth, while sesame oil and vegetable oil create a smooth, luscious base. For an optional fiery kick, finely chopped red chili can turn up the heat. Ideal for grilling, stir-frying, or pan-searing, this versatile marinade tenderizes and infuses your favorite beef cuts with irresistible Vietnamese-inspired flavors. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this recipe is your shortcut to a flavorful, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts.
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
- 1 stalk lemongrass stalk, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 unit red chili, finely chopped (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Mix until the sugar is dissolved.
Step 2
Add in the lime juice, minced garlic, chopped shallot, and minced lemongrass stalk. Stir to combine.
Step 3
Season the marinade with ground black pepper for a subtle kick.
Step 4
Slowly whisk in the sesame oil and vegetable oil to create a balanced emulsified marinade.
Step 5
Add the finely chopped red chili for some heat if you prefer a spicier marinade.
Step 6
Pour the marinade over your beef (sliced, cubed, or whole cuts) and ensure the meat is evenly coated. Use a resealable bag or a shallow dish for marinating.
Step 7
Cover the dish or seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight, to let the flavors fully infuse the beef.
Step 8
Once marinated, cook the beef using your preferred method such as grilling, pan-searing, or stir-frying for a delicious Vietnamese-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (313.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 675.7 |
| Total Fat 54.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 28.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4831.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.1g | |
| Protein 9.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 104.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 728.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories