Best Paleo Instant Pot Vietnamese Beef and Onion Recipe

Gluten Free
Lunch
Main Dishes
Paleo
Quick Easy
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Best Paleo Instant Pot Vietnamese Beef and Onion
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Description

Experience the captivating taste of Vietnam with this delightful dish, crafted for simplicity and bursting with fresh flavors. At its heart is a succulent top sirloin roast, carefully marinated to infuse every strand with a savory essence. A blend of seasonings creates a rich umami depth, complemented by the subtle nuttiness of sesame and a hint of oceanic tang.

The beef is then artfully sautéed alongside sweet white onions and fragrant garlic, coaxing out a symphony of aromas that fill your kitchen. As the beef cooks, it transforms into a tender, flavorful filling, perfect for nestling inside crisp butter lettuce leaves. Imagine wrapping the warm, savory beef and onion mixture in the cool, refreshing embrace of a lettuce leaf.

The experience is further enhanced by the addition of juicy Roma tomatoes, adding a touch of sweetness and acidity, alongside the refreshing crunch of sliced cucumbers. Fresh cilantro sprigs provide a bright, herbaceous counterpoint, completing the vibrant flavor profile. For a more substantial meal, serve alongside fluffy cauliflower rice, a light and healthy alternative to traditional rice.

A zesty lime dipping sauce adds a final flourish, awakening the palate with its tangy brightness and complementing the savory richness of the beef. Consider using high-quality grass-fed beef or locally sourced beef with good marbling for the best flavor and texture. For alternative cuts, eye round or chuck roast can be used, though adjustments may be needed depending on fat content.

Achieve thin slices by partially freezing the beef, making it easier to handle and cut. Each element of this dish works in harmony, creating a light yet satisfying meal that is both healthy and delicious.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
25 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
45 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 bowl serving
C
Calories
450 Kcal

C
Carbs
15 g
Fi
Fiber
3 g
Sugar
5 g

P
Protein
45 g

C
Fats
25 g
Saturated Fats 10 g
Unsaturated Fats 12 g

Cholestrol 120 mg
Sodium 600 mg
Potassium 700 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Roast beef, sirloin tip, no visible fat eaten
    Roast beef, sirloin tip, no visible fat eaten
    1.75 lb
    2.
    Coconut Aminos
    Coconut Aminos
    0.25 cup
    3.
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    0.5 tsp
    4.
    Sesame oil
    Sesame oil
    0.5 tbsp
    5.
    Fish sauce (nam pla or nuoc mam)
    Fish sauce (nam pla or nuoc mam)
    1 tbsp
    6.
    White onion
    White onion
    8 oz
    7.
    Garlic
    Garlic
    3 clove
    8.
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    0.5 tsp
    9.
    Avocado oil
    Avocado oil
    2 tbsp
    10.
    Lettuce
    Lettuce
    6 cup
    11.
    Tomato
    Tomato
    4 roma
    12.
    Cucumber
    Cucumber
    1 large - 8 1/4" long
    13.
    Lime, fresh
    Lime, fresh
    2 each - 2" diameter
    14.
    Arrowroot flour
    Arrowroot flour
    2 tsp

Instructions

    1.
    Thinly slice the beef into paper-thin slices. For easier slicing, partially freeze the beef beforehand. In a bowl, marinate the sliced beef with coconut aminos, ½ tsp kosher salt, sesame seed oil, and fish sauce. Mix well and let it sit while you prepare the other ingredients.
    2.
    Thinly slice the white onion into julienne pieces. Mince the garlic. Preheat the Instant Pot on the Saute setting until it displays 'Hot'. Add avocado oil, sliced white onions, and minced garlic. Sauté for about one minute until the onions become translucent and slightly browned.
    3.
    Add the marinated beef to the Instant Pot. Stir well to combine the beef with the onions and garlic. Continue cooking until the meat is no longer pink and some liquid has been released.
    4.
    Sprinkle two teaspoons of arrowroot starch over the beef mixture. Stir very well to ensure the starch is fully incorporated and no lumps form. Allow the mixture to simmer again until the sauce thickens.
    5.
    Serve the cooked beef immediately with freshly washed butter lettuce, sliced Roma tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and fresh cilantro. To eat, take a piece of lettuce and fill it with a small amount of beef, a slice of tomato, a slice of cucumber, and some cilantro. Dip each wrap in the lime dipping sauce. To make the dipping sauce, squeeze lime juice into individual bowls and season to taste with salt and pepper.