The new Thai beef salad

Step 1

For dressing, using a mortar and pestle, pound chilli and garlic to a coarse paste. Add the ginger, soy, sugar, fish sauce and lime juice, and stir to combine. Set aside.

Step 2

Place vermicelli in a heatproof bowl. Cover with boiling water and soak for 2 minutes to soften. Drain. Refresh in cold water, drain.

Step 3

Preheat a chargrill pan or barbecue to high heat. Brush steak with oil and season. Cook steak for 4 minutes each side for medium-rare or until cooked to your liking. Brush with kecap manis, then set aside for 5 minutes to rest.

Step 4

Place sesame and shallots on a tray. Press steak into mixture, turning to coat. Arrange vermicelli and all remaining ingredients on a platter. Slice steak against grain. Serve with salad, dressing and lime.