Warm Wasabi Beef and Zoodle Salad

A light and refreshing dish with a spicy touch is warm wasabi beef and zoodle salad. The ideal harmony of heat, crunch, and savory taste is achieved when tender beef strips coated in a tasty soy and wasabi sauce are served over fresh veggies and crisp zucchini noodles.

Recipe Overview

Ingredients

For the Wasabi Beef:

• Rimp steak or sirloin of beef: 500g, cut thinly
• Three tablespoons of soy sauce (for gluten-free, use tamari)
• One spoonful of honey
• One teaspoon of sesame oil
• One to two tablespoons of wasabi paste (adjust to taste)
• Garlic: two minced cloves
• One tablespoon of vegetable oil (for cooking)

For the Zoodle Salad:

• Three medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
• One big, julienned carrot
• One medium cucumber cut into thin matchsticks
• One red bell pepper, cut thinly
• Two sliced spring onions
• Half a cup of freshly chopped coriander
• One tablespoon of sesame seeds (for garnish)

For the Dressing:

• Two teaspoons of rice vinegar
• One spoonful of soy sauce
• One tablespoon of lime juice
• One teaspoon of honey
• One teaspoon of grated ginger

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Beef

1. Mix the wasabi paste, honey, sesame oil, soy sauce, and chopped garlic in a bowl.
2. Toss to coat the finely sliced meat. While you make the salad, let it marinade for ten to fifteen minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the Zoodle Salad

1. The spiralized zucchini, carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, and spring onions should all be combined in a big dish.
2. To prepare the dressing, combine the rice vinegar, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and grated ginger in a small bowl. Put aside.

Step 3: Cook the Beef

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a big skillet or wok over high heat.
2. Stir-fry the marinated beef for two to three minutes, or until it is just done and has a hint of caramel. To guarantee uniform cooking, don’t pack the pan too full.

Step 4: Assemble the Salad

1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over high heat.
2. Stir-fry the marinated beef for two to three minutes, or until it is just done and has a hint of caramel.Avoid packing the pan too full to ensure even frying.Drizzle the dressing over the zoodle salad and toss to combine.
3. Place the heated wasabi beef on top of the salad after dividing it among serving plates.
4. Add sesame seeds and fresh coriander as garnish.

Tips for Best Results

• Thinly slice the steak to ensure it cooks quickly and evenly.
• To get the amount of spiciness you want, adjust the wasabi paste. If necessary, add extra after starting with less.
• Add crispy fried shallots or toasted peanuts on top for added crunch.

Nutritional Benefits

• Iron, B vitamins, and protein are all abundant in beef.
• Zoodles: Rich in fiber and vitamin C, low in calories and carbohydrates.
• Wasabi: Adds a strong, spicy taste and has anti-inflammatory qualities.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a cool glass of iced green tea or lime-and-mint-infused sparkling water.

Serve with quinoa or cooked jasmine rice on the side for a heartier alternative.

Savor the tasty and colorful Warm Wasabi Beef and Zoodle Salad, a meal that is both filling and energizing!