posted by Robert in Thailand 11-08-101 7:17 AM 
 
Lao Beef Salad
  
1 Tablespoon chopped mint 
1/4 Cup chopped cilantro 
1 Teaspoon chopped basil 
4 Lime leaves, very finely chopped 
1/2 very small white onion, sliced and chopped 
1 stalk of lemon grass, white only, sliced very thin 
2 cloves garlic, crushed 
Fish sauce to taste (start with 1 teaspoon) 
2 teaspoons lime juice 
1 pound boneless beef chuck 
Salt/pepper 
Red pepper to taste 
Bean sprouts and mint sprigs for garnish 
Grill chuck until done and slice it into 2 inch long strips. Place all other ingredients except bean sprouts and mint sprigs in a bowl and mix well. Add meat and serve topped with bean sprouts and mint leaves.