They’re perfect for the grill or any special occasion.

Lemongrass beef skewers are always the first to be consumed at any event.

Who can resist fragrant, succulent steak skewered on a stick?

Plate With Sach Ko Jakak (Cambodian Grilled Lemongrass Beef Skewers) With a Mound of Rice and Sliced Daikon Radish and Carrot Pickle, and in the Surroundings, a Glass of Water and a Plate With More Skewers

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On the other hand, beef lemongrass skewers can also be served as a special weekday dinner.

What Is Kroeung (or Krueng)?

Kroeung is a paste used in the majority of Cambodian dishes.

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Traditionally it is pounded in a stone mortar and pestle.

Now, it can all be combined in a food processor.

Kroeung can be used to add acidity or a beautiful fragrance to dishes.

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When used with meats, it provides great flavor and acts as a tenderizer.

The Best Beef for These Skewers

I love to use beef that has some marbling.

The marbling will prevent the skewer from becoming too dry when cooked.

Plate With Sach Ko Jakak (Cambodian Grilled Lemongrass Beef Skewers) With a Mound of Rice and Sliced Daikon Radish and Carrot Pickle

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you’ve got the option to use boneless ribeye or even chuck.

The kroeung will tenderize the meat, so I would not use anything too expensive.

When making lemongrass beef skewers, you will need to slice the meat into 1/8-inch slices.

Slab of Beef Cut Into Slices on a Cutting Board for Cambodian Grilled Lemongrass Beef Skewers

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It can be hard to cut thin slices when the beef is room temperature.

Substitutions

Some of the ingredients listed for this recipe may only be found in specialty stores.

Make Ahead and Storage

This recipe is perfect to make ahead.

Bowl of Marinade for Grilled Lemongrass Beef Skewers

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Once you marinate your beef and skewer it, place 1 layer of skewers on a parchment-lined sheet pan.

ensure the skewers are not overlapping or touching each other.

At this point it’s possible for you to freeze the skewers until solid.

Meat Marinating in a Bowl for Sach Ko Jakak Recipe

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When you are ready to eat, remove the desired amount of skewers and cookno need to thaw.

Traditionally, lemongrass beef skewers are served with pickled carrots and daikon.

Kroeung is a paste used in Cambodian dishes.

Bamboo Skewers Soaking in a Baking Pan for Cambodian Beef Skewers

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Youll likely need to order it online.Angkor Cambodian Foodbrand makes kroeung that you might use for this recipe.

Remove the beef from the freezer and trim off any big pockets of fat.

From the short side of the beef, slice 1/8-inch thick and place in a medium bowl.

Marinated Beef Added to Bamboo Skewers and Resting on a Parchment Paper Lined Baking Pan

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Mix thoroughly with clean hands.

Cover with plastic wrap and allow to marinate for 2 hours in the fridge.

Place the bamboo skewers in a container that will allow the bamboo skewers to lie flat.

Skewered Marinated Beef on the Grill for Cambodian Grilled Lemongrass Beef Skewers Recipe

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Fill the container with water until it completely covers the bamboo skewers.

Soak for at least 30 minutes.

This step prevents the bamboo skewers from burning when the meat is cooking.

Cambodian Grilled Lemongrass Beef Skewers Flipped on the Grill

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Turn a clean grill to high heat while the hood is closed.

Wait for 5 minutes to allow the grill to heat up.

Once the grill is hot, place the skewers on the grill.

Cambodian Grilled Lemongrass Beef Skewers on a Green Lettuce Lined Platter

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Do not crowd the grill.

Cook for 3 minutes each side.

Simple Tip!

Refrigerate leftovers, tightly wrapped, for up to 3-4 days.

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