Beef Jerky Salad
Minimal cooking, maximum taste, this incredible beef salad recipe is the ultimate summer terrace classic!
Ingredients
Method
Put the beef jerky into a heatproof bowl and set aside.
Pour the stock into a small saucepan, add the chilli, garlic and bring to the boil. Pour the hot stock over the beef jerky, cover with clingfilm and leave to soak for 10 minutes until the beef jerky has softened.
Strain the beef and reserve the stock. Whisk together the ingredients for the dressing and set aside.
Tip the shallots into a small saucepan, cover with oil and set over a medium to high heat. As the oil gets hotter, the shallots will start to turn crisp and golden; at this point remove from the pan with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper. Season with sea salt while still warm then set aside.
Meanwhile combine the beef and salad ingredients in a large bowl, toss with the dressing then tip into a large serving bowl.
Heat a large pan of water to simmering point and add the vinegar. Crack the eggs into the pan and poach gently for 4 to 5 minutes or until cooked to your liking. Remove from the pan and drain thoroughly.
Lay the poached eggs on top of the salad, scatter with the crispy shallots and crushed peanuts and serve with lime wedges.
This zesty, smoky beef jerky salad blends crisp greens with bold, irresistible flavours.
This beef salad recipe transforms simple ingredients into an explosion of epic eats. Tender strips of beef jerky are soaked in rich beef stock, infused with red chilli, garlic, and ginger. The jerky is then mixed with a mouthwatering medley of fresh, crisp vegetables and aromatic herbs. In fact, as beef salad ideas go, this one’s right up there!
The dressing on our beef jerky salad is a perfect balance of tangy and sweet, combining olive oil, lime juice, and smooth Dijon mustard, with a touch of caster sugar for sweetness. Crispy shallots add a crispy crunch to every bite. The base of this beef salad recipe is a colourful mix of cucumber, cherry tomatoes, baby gem lettuce, and blanched green beans, all brought to life with basil, coriander, and mint.
The pièce de résistance of this extraordinary beef jerky salad is the poached egg perched on top. When you pierce its velvety yolk it coasts the salad in a layer of lusciousness. A sprinkle of crushed salted peanuts adds the final touch. For variations, try using different types of jerky, such as teriyaki or peppered, or swap the peanuts for toasted cashews or almonds. You could even add sliced avocado for extra creaminess, or crispy bacon bits for a smoky twist.
Our incredible beef jerky salad is a culinary classic, and if you're looking for more beef salad ideas, why not try our hay smoked beef, grapefruit and chilli salad, a gorgeous grilled Thai beef salad, or a Mexican-inspired beef taco salad with a chunky tomato dressing. Bon appetit!
