Stir-Fried Nam Tok Beef with Thai Herbs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

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A vibrant stir-fry featuring tender beef slices tossed with fresh herbs and a tangy, spicy dressing inspired by traditional Nam Tok flavors. This Thai recipe (gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs sirloin beef, vegetable oil, shallots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Thai cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz, thinly sliced sirloin beef
2 tbsp vegetable oil
3 small, thinly sliced shallots
3, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp toasted rice powder
1 tsp dried chili flakes
1/4 cup, chopped fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
2, thinly sliced green onions
1 tsp white sugar
1/2 medium, sliced for garnish cucumber

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 3 thinly sliced shallots, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden but not burnt.
Step 2: Increase heat to high, add 12 oz thinly sliced sirloin beef, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until just cooked through and edges begin to brown.
Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, then stir in 2 tbsp fish sauce, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp white sugar, 1 tbsp toasted rice powder, and 1 tsp dried chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute until sauce coats the beef and thickens slightly.
Step 4: Remove from heat and immediately fold in 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 2 thinly sliced green onions to preserve their freshness and aroma.
Step 5: Serve hot with sliced 1/2 medium cucumber on the side as a refreshing contrast to the spicy beef.