Thai beef and noodles
A super-speedy and satisfying option that’s on the table in just 15 mins.
Serves 4 • Prep 5 mins • Cook 6-8 mins
2 x 200g sirloin steaks Sesame oil for rubbing
275g pack cooked rice noodles
¼ cucumber, deseeded and cut into half moons
250g cherry plum tomatoes, halved
6 spring onions, finely sliced
Handful Thai (or regular) basil leaves, torn, plus extra to serve
Handful coriander leaves, chopped, plus extra to serve
Handful fresh mint leaves, chopped, plus extra to serve
1 baby gem lettuce, leaves separated
30g peanuts, chopped to serve (optional)
For the dressing:
4tbsp sesame oil
½-1 red chilli, finely chopped (the rest sliced to serve, optional)
2tsp palm sugar or demerara
Juice 2 limes, plus extra wedges to garnish
2tsp fish sauce
Take the steaks out of the fridge 10 mins ahead of cooking. Heat a frying pan or
