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Grilled Beef & Octopus with Betel Leaves

Vietnamese beef wrapped in peppery betel leaves and grilled alongside charred octopus. Served with a simple fish sauce dip for dipping.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
220
Protein
28g
Grilled Beef & Octopus with Betel Leaves
casualfreshvietnamesebeefscalloptendercharredweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix ground beef with 1 tbsp fish sauce and a pinch of salt until just combined.

  2. Step 2

    Divide beef into 12 small portions. Place each on a betel leaf, roll tightly, and secure with a toothpick.

  3. Step 3

    Heat grill to medium-high. Pat octopus dry and brush lightly with oil. Grill betel rolls and octopus 3-4 min per side until charred.

  4. Step 4

    Stir remaining fish sauce, lime juice, and sliced chili in a small bowl for dipping sauce.

  5. Step 5

    Serve grilled beef rolls and octopus hot with the fish sauce dip on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • grill or grill pan
  • small mixing bowl
  • toothpicks
  • small dipping bowl

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