Description
This Ginger Lime BEEF with Coconut Rice is bright, aromatic, and full of fresh Southeast Asian flavors. Tender BEEF medallions (or ground BEEF) are cooked in a zesty lime-ginger sauce, topped with herbs, scallions, and peanuts—paired with creamy coconut rice for the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and rich.
Ingredients
BEEF & Sauce
- 1.5 lbs BEEF tenderloin, sliced into 1-inch medallions (or 1 lb ground BEEF)
- 3 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 3 limes, juiced (about 1/3 cup)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1–2 tsp sriracha (to taste)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 scallions, white and green parts separated
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves (optional)
- 2 tbsp Thai basil, torn (optional)
Coconut Rice
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Coconut Rice: In a pot, combine jasmine rice, coconut milk, water, salt, and butter. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let rest 10 minutes, then fluff and top with coconut flakes.
- Prepare the BEEF: Season BEEF with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high. Sear BEEF medallions 3–4 minutes per side (or cook ground BEEF until browned). Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same pan, add ginger, garlic, and scallion whites. Cook 1 minute. Add lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sriracha. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Return BEEF to the pan and toss to coat in sauce. Cook until BEEF is fully cooked and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Turn off heat and stir in cilantro, mint, Thai basil, and scallion greens.
- Serve BEEF over coconut rice and top with chopped peanuts.
Notes
- Ground BEEF gives a saucier, softer texture—great for rice bowls.
- Add steamed broccoli or snap peas for a complete meal.
- Adjust lime to taste—add more for brightness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion