Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 oz

Philadelphia Cream Cheese

sliced

1 lb

beef sirloin steak

1/2 inch thick

6 oz

mixed salad greens

torn

2 cup

fresh green beans

blanched

0.75 cup

baby corn

1 unit

red onion

slivered

0.25 cup

sweet chili sauce

2 tbsp

white vinegar

2 tbsp

oil

2 tbsp

fresh mint

chopped

2 tbsp

fresh cilantro

chopped

1 tsp

lime zest

0.25 cup

peanuts

dry roasted unsalted

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 400F.

Step 2
~2 min

Cut cream cheese into 8 slices, then cut each slice diagonally in half.

Step 3
~2 min

Place cream cheese slices in a single layer on a parchment-covered baking sheet.

Step 4
~2 min

Spray cream cheese with cooking spray.

Step 5
~2 min

Bake for 10 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 6
~2 min

Remove from oven and set aside.

Step 7
~2 min

Turn oven setting to Broil.

Step 8
~2 min

Broil steak for 6 to 8 minutes on each side or until medium doneness (160 degrees F).

Step 9
~2 min

Let steak stand for 5 minutes.

Step 10
~2 min

Cut steak across the grain into thin slices.

Step 11
~2 min

Cover 6 plates with mixed salad greens.

Step 12
~2 min

Top each salad with blanched green beans, baby corn, and slivered red onion.

Step 13
~2 min

Add baked cream cheese and steak slices to each salad.

Step 14
~2 min

In a small bowl, mix together sweet chili sauce, white vinegar, oil, fresh mint, fresh cilantro, and lime zest.

Step 15
~2 min

Drizzle the chili sauce mixture over the salads.

Step 16
~2 min

Top each salad with dry roasted unsalted peanuts.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the steak for 30 minutes before cooking for extra flavor.

Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce to your spice preference.

Add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for added crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The dressing can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Serve with a side of steamed rice.

Pair with a light and refreshing beverage.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Thai iced tea

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Thailand

Cultural Significance

Reflects the balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors characteristic of Thai cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer gatherings
Casual parties

Occasion Tags

Summer BBQ
Weeknight Dinner
Lunch
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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