Jul 14 2026
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Lemongrass Beef Recipe

Inspired by Pho Viet
Time1h
Serves4

Bánh mì bò.

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Ingredients

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Beef Marinade

Bánh Mì Assembly

Method

Beef Marinade Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a food processor, combine the chopped lemongrass (white part only), garlic cloves, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, and vegetable oil. Blend until you have a smooth paste.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Beef

    Slice the beef sirloin thinly against the grain. Place the beef in a bowl and pour the lemongrass marinade over it. Mix well to ensure the beef is fully coated. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.

Cooking the Beef

  1. 3

    Cook the Beef

    Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated beef slices in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat.

Bánh Mì Assembly

  1. 4

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Thinly slice the cucumber and carrot. If desired, slice the jalapeño pepper into thin rounds.

  2. 5

    Assemble the Bánh Mì

    Slice the baguette lengthwise and spread mayonnaise on both sides. Layer the cooked beef, cucumber, carrot, cilantro, and jalapeño inside the baguette. Close the sandwich and press down gently.

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