Crying Tiger Beef with Nam Jim Jaew Sauce: A Flavor Explosion

Crying Tiger Beef with Nam Jim Jaew Sauce is a delicious Thai dish that combines grilled beef with a vibrant dipping sauce.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Thai

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

60 ml Oyster Sauce Substitute with soy sauce for vegetarian option.
30 ml Fish Sauce Choose gluten-free brand for an alternative.
8 g Garlic, grated No direct substitute; can omit for less pungency.
8 g Ginger, grated Ground ginger may substitute if fresh is unavailable.

For the Beef

400 g Beef Steak Flank or sirloin recommended; marinated tofu for vegetarian.
1 tsp White Pepper Black pepper can substitute if necessary.

For the Nam Jim Jaew Sauce

12 g Glutinous Rice Can be replaced with regular rice.
2 tbsp Lime Juice Fresh lime is preferred.
1 tbsp Tamarind Paste Vinegar can be used but flavor differs.
1 tbsp Evaporated Cane Sugar Maple syrup or honey can be substituted.
2 tsp Chili Flakes Adjust according to preference.
10 g Cilantro, chopped Parsley can substitute.
10 g Scallion, chopped Chives can work as a substitute.
16 g Shallot, minced Onion can be used if shallot is unavailable.

Equipment

grill pan
mixing bowl
Skillet

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine oyster sauce, fish sauce, grated garlic, and ginger. Coat the beef steak generously with this marinade and allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Toast glutinous rice in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes. Let it cool completely before grinding into a coarse powder.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, tamarind paste, evaporated cane sugar, chili flakes, chopped cilantro, scallion, and 2 teaspoons of toasted rice powder to create the Nam Jim Jaew sauce.
Preheat grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill marinated beef diagonally for about 4–5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, ensuring visible grill marks.
Let the beef rest for 10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain for tenderness.
Serve the sliced beef on a platter, lightly dusted with white pepper and additional toasted rice powder, alongside fresh vegetables and Nam Jim Jaew sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 150gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate beef for longer and ensure the grill is hot before cooking.

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