Life with Thai red sauce and rainbow rice

Beef Recipe with Thai Red Sauce and Rainbow Rice - An Asian Delight

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4

Discover the exotic flavor of Thailand with this delicious beef recipe featuring Thai red sauce, accompanied by vibrant rainbow rice. This perfect combination of tender meat and flavorful sauce will transform any meal into a remarkable culinary experience. Get ready to be impressed!

### Ingredients

For marinade:
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- A pinch of freshly ground pepper
- A dash of curry

For preparation:
- 300 g beef (tender - flank or tenderloin)
- Oil for sautéing
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 4 bell peppers
- A few mustard seeds
- A few thin slices of fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1 white onion
- 1 red onion
- 1 small root of celery
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 teaspoons curry paste or a packet of ready-made sauce
- Saffron or cardamom (optional, for extra flavor)

For rice:
- 1 small cup long-grain white rice (jasmine or basmati) + 2 cups of water
- 1 cup brown rice + 2 and 1/4 cups of water
- 1 cup red rice (Thai red) + 2 and 1/2 cups of water

### Instructions

1. Marinating the meat: In a medium bowl, combine the fish sauce, soy sauce, olive oil, ground pepper, and curry powder. Cut the beef into thin strips and add it to the marinade. Mix well and let it marinate for 15 minutes. This step is essential for enhancing the flavors and achieving tender meat.

2. Preparing the rice: Choose your desired type of rice (white, brown, or red) and rinse it well under a stream of cold water to remove excess starch. Bring water to a boil in a pot, add the rice and a pinch of salt. Cover and cook on low heat according to the package instructions (about 15-20 minutes). The rice will be perfectly cooked and will absorb all the flavors of the sauce.

3. Cooking the meat: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chopped garlic, diced bell peppers, mustard seeds, and ginger. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until the vegetables become tender. Add the sliced white and red onions, cubed celery root, and sliced carrots. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly caramelized.

4. Adding the meat and sauce: Add the marinated meat to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly, until it turns golden. At this point, add the curry paste or ready-made sauce, mix well, and let it simmer for a few minutes to blend the flavors. If you want a more intense taste, add saffron or cardamom for an exotic aroma.

5. Serving: Once the meat is cooked and the rice is fluffy, you can start serving. Place a portion of rainbow rice on a plate, add the meat with sauce on top, and garnish with fresh coriander or basil leaves. This detail will add a touch of freshness and color.

### Practical tips
- If you want a spicier version, add chopped chili to the sauce.
- Substitute beef with chicken or tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Experiment with various seasonal vegetables, such as zucchini or eggplant, to diversify the recipe.

This beef recipe with Thai red sauce and rainbow rice is not only a quick and simple dish, but it is also an explosion of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Thailand. Enjoy every bite!

 Ingredients: Ingredients for 4 people: For the marinade: 1 tablespoon fish sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon olive oil, a little freshly ground pepper, curry powder. For preparation: 300 g tender beef (flank or tenderloin), oil for frying, 4 cloves of garlic, 4 bell peppers, a few mustard seeds, a few thin slices of fresh ginger, 1 teaspoon fish sauce, 1 white onion, 1 red onion, 1 small celery root, 2 medium carrots, 2 teaspoons curry paste or one packet of ready-made sauce, saffron or cardamom, 1 small glass of long-grain white rice (jasmine or basmati) + 2 measures of water, 1 glass of brown rice + 2 and 1/4 measures of water, 1 glass of red rice (Thai red) + 2 and 1/2 measures of water.