Vietnamese 'Shaking Beef' Sandwich with a Fire-Roasted Jalapeno Aioli, Watercress and Crispy Fried Onion Strings Recipe

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Vietnamese 'Shaking Beef' Sandwich with a Fire-Roasted Jalapeno Aioli, Watercress and Crispy Fried Onion Strings
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Ingredients
39
Count
Nutrition
1715
Calories
Total time
30
Minutes
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Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. To serve:
  2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. To the meat, add half of the granulated sugar, half of the brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon pepper and 1 tablespoon of oil. Next, combine the remaining sugars, vinegar, wine, soy sauce and fish sauce in a bowl. Taste and add salt and pepper, if needed.
  3. Divide the meat into 2 portions. Place 2 large skillets over the highest heat possible and add 1 tablespoon of oil to each skillet. When the oil begins to smoke, add 1/2 the meat in 1 layer to each pan. Let sit until a brown crust forms, and turn to brown the other side. Browning should take approximately 2 to 3 minutes total. Set aside, drain 1 skillet of excess oil and lightly wipe down with a paper towel.
  4. In that skillet, add 2 tablespoons of oil over high heat. When the oil begins to smoke add the onion, bell pepper and jalapeno with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook stirring often until lightly caramelized, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and green onions and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes. While the onion mixture is finishing cooking, place the 4 baguettes in the oven for 1 to 2 minutes until lightly toasted and warmed through. Add the beef and vinegar mixture to the onions, and stir to combine. Taste and add additional salt and pepper, if desired. Keep warm while you assemble the sandwich.
  5. To assemble each sandwich, spread 1 scant tablespoon of aioli on both sides of the baguette. On the bottom half, add a small handful of watercress, then 1/4 of the meat mixture, top with a small handful of cilantro, some julienne bell pepper, a few slices of cucumber, and a few slices of jalapeno. Enjoy and serve along with 2 lime wedges (which are meant to be squeezed over the meat right before eating), Crispy Fried Onion Strings, and additional aioli in a ramekin for dipping - and enjoy!
  6. *Cook's Note: You can ask your butcher to thin slice your rib-eye steak for you. Or, you can freeze your steak for 20 minutes in the freezer (which makes it easier to slice), then slice it on the bias yourself.
  7. Fire-Roasted Jalapeno Aioli:
  8. Heat a skillet over high heat. Add the jalapeno and garlic to the dry skillet. Cook until blackened and charred on all sides, about 10 minutes. Place in a plastic bag, seal and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Then remove the stems, most of the skin, and all of the seeds and ribs from the jalapeno, and the outer layer of the garlic. Add jalapenos and garlic to a food processor or blender with remaining ingredients. Blend, taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper and cayenne if desired and enjoy!
  9. Crispy Fried Onion Strings:
  10. Fill a large heavy pot 1/3 full with oil and heat to 350 degrees F. Line a plate with paper towels. Place the flour in a large paper bag or bowl. Add the onions, toss well to coat and shake off the excess. Fry the onions until golden brown (you may need to do this in 2 batches if your pot isnt big enough), about 4 minutes. Remove to the paper towel lined plate, and immediately sprinkle generously with salt and a touch of pepper. Place a large mound on each plate and top with chopped chives. Serve with a ramekin of the aioli and enjoy!
  11. A viewer, who may not be a professional cook, provided this recipe. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe and therefore, we cannot make representation as to the results.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1714.75 Kcal (7179 kJ)
Calories from fat 944.46 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 104.94g 161%
Cholesterol 46.2mg 15%
Sodium 2135.47mg 89%
Potassium 726.13mg 15%
Total Carbs 173.14g 58%
Sugars 26.56g 106%
Dietary Fiber 10.44g 42%
Protein 15.95g 32%
Vitamin C 119.4mg 199%
Vitamin A 1.5mg 49%
Iron 27.2mg 151%
Calcium 120.2mg 12%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 243.14 Kcal (1018 kJ)
Calories from fat 133.92 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.88g 161%
Cholesterol 6.55mg 15%
Sodium 302.79mg 89%
Potassium 102.96mg 15%
Total Carbs 24.55g 58%
Sugars 3.77g 106%
Dietary Fiber 1.48g 42%
Protein 2.26g 32%
Vitamin C 16.9mg 199%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 49%
Iron 3.9mg 151%
Calcium 17mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 42.2
    Points
  • 46
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Total Fat

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