Authentic Thai crying tiger beef recipe -Suea Rong Hai

Crying Tiger Beef - Suea Rong Hai. Thai grilled beef with chilli, lime and herbs.

Crying Tiger Beef, known in Thai as Suea Rong Hai, is one of those dishes that looks modest but leaves a lasting impression. This traditional recipe from Isan, the north-eastern region of Thailand, is based on the quality of the beef itself. The marinade and the sauce bring in layers of flavour that are smoky, spicy, tangy and aromatic. Despite being very easy to prepare, it surprises everyone who tastes it. Served at a barbecue or as a way to introduce authentic Thai food, it never fails to delight. The ingredients are easy to find, the preparation is simple, and the result is a dish that feels truly exotic.

Crying tiger beef recipe (serves 2)

Marinade

300 g beef fillet

1 tablespoon oil

1 teaspoon fish sauce

½ teaspoon coconut sugar

Seasoning

1 teaspoon chilli flakes

1 tablespoon fish sauce

1 teaspoon coconut sugar

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 teaspoon toasted sticky rice powder

3 long coriander leaves, sliced

15 g spring onion, coarsely chopped

5 g shallots, sliced

Garnish

Cucumber slices

Snake beans cut into 6 cm lengths

Fresh herbs such as lime basil, long coriander, dill and mint

Method

Marinate the beef fillet for twenty minutes. Grill the beef to your preferred doneness, then allow it to rest for at least five minutes before slicing. Arrange the slices on a serving plate and garnish with coriander leaves, spring onion and shallots. Pour the seasoning mixture over the beef or serve it separately as a dipping sauce. Complete the dish with cucumber, snake beans and fresh herbs.

Serving suggestion

Crying Tiger Beef is perfect for sharing at a barbecue or for impressing guests with a taste of authentic Thai cuisine. The smoky grilled beef and the vibrant sauce create a balance of flavours that is both surprising and delicious.

Would you like to learn more about Northeastern Thai cuisine?

Discover our article about Isan cuisine, a region where rural traditions, exchanges with Laos and the art of grilling come together to create a distinctive and characterful gastronomy.

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