Bo Nuong Xa Recipe
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Bo Nuong Xa

By: Maryellen 
"Marinated lemon grass beef skewers that can be broiled or grilled. This is a traditional Vietnamese dish, best if dipped in Nuaoc Cham sauce."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.3 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (25)

Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
10 Min
Ready In:
4 Hrs 30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks lemon grass, minced
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
  • 1 1/2 pounds sirloin tip, thinly sliced
  • skewers
  • 12 leaves romaine lettuce
  • fresh cilantro for garnish
  • fresh basil for garnish
  • fresh mint for garnish
  • thinly sliced green onion for garnish

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix the sugar, soy sauce, pepper, garlic, lemon grass, and sesame seeds. Place the meat in the dish, and stir to coat. Cover, and refrigerate for 4 hours.
  2. Preheat grill for high heat. Discard marinade, and thread meat onto skewers accordion style.
  3. Brush grill grate with oil, and discard marinade. Arrange skewers on the grill. Cook 5 minutes per side. Serve hot from skewers, or remove from skewers and serve on lettuce leaves. Garnish with cilantro, mint, basil, and sliced green onions.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 204 | Total Fat: 11.1g | Cholesterol: 61mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by ORCHID145   view full review
What this recipe lacks is an essential ingredient. The beef is traditionally served with rice...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by BLEU BELLE   view full review
As with almost every Vietnamese dish I've eaten and cooked, this is a savory and addictive,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by RILEYSHOUSE   view full review
The flavors here are awesome, but if kids will be eating this too, I'd put some of the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by SMILOBANDITO   view full review
Excellent dish! I had no grill, skewers or lemon grass, so I used lemon juice on the steak,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 1, 2006 by bbqfool   view full review
I'm Vietnamese so I know authentic asian bbq. this is pretty good. i would grab the lemon...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on May 1, 2006 by RACHEL1070   view full review
This wasn't bad. I proably won't make again. Would not go out and buy lemon grass for just...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by SHERRYMILLER   view full review
This is fun as well as delicious. Along with the Nuaoc Cham sauce, it's a big hit with my...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by Nicole1   view full review
Made this for family and guests - everyone raved over it - even the kids asked for seconds! I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by Tina38   view full review
This recipe is very flavorful served with Nuaoc Cham Sauce and Bok Choy, Carrots & Green beans...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by Karlie   view full review
For me, I thought there was too much pepper taste. My husband on the other hand thought he...

 

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