Friday, September 30, 2011

Thai Beef Cabbage Cups


  • 2 1/2 tsp. dark sesame oil, divided
  • 2 tsp. minced peeled fresh ginger
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 pound ground sirloin
  • 1 T. sugar
  • 2 T. fresh lime juice
  • 1 1/2 T. fish sauce
  • 1 T. water
  • 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 C. vertically sliced red onion
  • 1/2 C. chopped fresh cilantro
  • 8 large green cabbage leaves or iceburg lettuce
  • 2 T. finely chopped unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts
Heat large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tsp. oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add ginger and garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add beef; cook 5 minutes or until nicely browned, stirring to crumble.
Combine remaining 1/2 tsp. oil, sugar, and next 4 ingredients (through pepper) in a large bowl. Add beef mixture, onion, and cilantro; toss well. Place 2 cabbage leaves on each of 4 plates; divide beef mixture evenly among leaves. Top each serving with 1 1/2 tsp. peanuts.