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Thai Crying Tiger Steak Recipe

Thai Crying Tiger Steak Recipe: A Flavor Explosion Awaits

Experience the Thai Crying Tiger Steak, marinated and grilled to perfection, bringing vibrant flavors from street markets to your kitchen.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 1 pound Ribeye or Striploin Choose tender cuts for the best texture and flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil Vegetable, peanut, or canola.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Adds essential umami and saltiness.
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Enhances savory notes; substitute with soy sauce for vegan option.
  • 1 tablespoon Palm Sugar Light brown sugar works as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1 cup Glutinous Rice Integral for making toasted rice powder.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Always use fresh for the best taste.
  • 3 tablespoons Fish Sauce Soy sauce makes for a vegetarian alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Tamarind Paste Essential for authentic taste.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Can be replaced with green onions.
  • 1 teaspoon Thai Chili Flakes Adjusts spice level.
  • 1 medium Shallot Can be swapped for red onion.

Equipment

  • heavy-bottom pan
  • bowl
  • Resealable bag
  • spice grinder or mortar and pestle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, neutral oil, palm sugar, and black pepper. Place steak in a bag or dish, pour marinade over, and coat well. Marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. Remove steak from fridge 30 minutes before cooking to bring to room temperature for even cooking.
  3. Preheat a heavy-bottom pan over medium-high heat, add oil, then place the marinated steak in the pan. Cook 4-6 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Flip often.
  4. Transfer steak to a cutting board, cover with foil, and let rest for about 10 minutes.
  5. Toast glutinous rice in a skillet until golden brown, then grind into powder. Mix with lime juice, fish sauce, tamarind paste, palm sugar, cilantro, chili flakes, and shallots.
  6. Slice rested steak against the grain and serve with dipping sauce and fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize the dipping sauce heat levels to your taste preference for enhanced enjoyment.

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