Richly seasoned golden-brown beef skewers delicately charred around the edges are arranged on a lush bed of greens. Garnished with vibrant sprinkles of red chili, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, the dish promises an enticing blend of flavors and textures. A small faux-wood bowl with a creamy, pale green dipping sauce sits invitingly at the edge of the white minimalist plate.

Keto Vietnamese Lemongrass Beef Skewers

Name: Keto Vietnamese Lemongrass Beef Skewers
Prep time: 75 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients: Grass-fed beef, 500 grams cut into short thin strips; Fresh lemongrass stalks, 3 thinly sliced; Cayenne pepper, 2 teaspoons; Sea Salt, 1.5 teaspoons; Black pepper, 1 teaspoon; Garlic, 2 cloves finely chopped; Fresh Red Chili, 1 thinly sliced for garnish; Cilantro, a handful finely chopped for garnish; Lime, 1 cut into wedges for garnish; Extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Bamboo skewers, 6-8 pre-soaked in water

Category Main Course

Prep 75 minutes

Cook 5 minutes

Style Vietnamese

Technique Grilling

Diet Friendly Low-Carb

Daily Recipe: January 24, 2025

Offering a fresh twist on classic Vietnamese fare, our Keto Vietnamese Lemon Grass Beef Skewers cleverly blend warming spices with bright, zesty notes perfect for a chilly day. The star ingredient is grass-fed beef, complemented by aromatic lemongrass and a lively sprinkling of fresh herbs.

Ingredients (for 2)

Grass-fed beef - 500 grams - cut into short thin strips
Fresh lemongrass stalks - 3 - thinly sliced
Cayenne pepper - 2 teaspoons
Sea salt - 1.5 teaspoons
Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
Garlic - 2 cloves - finely chopped
Fresh red chili - 1 - thinly sliced for garnish
Cilantro - a handful - finely chopped for garnish
Lime - 1 - cut into wedges for garnish
Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Bamboo skewers - 6-8 - pre-soaked in water

Preparation

Step 1 - 🥩🌿🕓

Combine the grass-fed beef strips, thinly sliced lemongrass, cayenne pepper, sea salt, black pepper and finely chopped garlic in a bowl. Let the mixture marinate for at least 1 hour.
Step 2 - 🍢🥩🧵

Thread the marinated beef onto the pre-soaked bamboo skewers, ensuring each skewer has an even amount of beef.
Step 3 - 🔥🍳💧

Pour the extra virgin olive oil into a grill pan and place it over medium-high heat until the oil is shimmering.
Step 4 - 🔥🍢⌛

Place the skewers on the grill pan, cooking for 1-2 minutes on each side until the beef is nicely charred.
Step 5 - 🌶️🍋🍽️

Place the grilled skewers on a serving dish and garnish with thinly sliced red chili, finely chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately.

Additional

Fun fact: Lemongrass is a favorite in Vietnamese cuisine for its light, fresh flavor that adds depth to many dishes. For a pescatarian twist, try substituting the beef with shrimp. Adding variety to your meals while still maintaining Keto guidelines is key to sticking to the diet.