Beet Salad — EEM Thai BBQ

Allergens · Citrus Pineapple Cilantro Nightshades Soybean Oil

Gluten Free · Vegan

For the Guest

"Steamed beets over lemongrass coconut cream with orange, mint, micro cilantro, spicy rice puff, and vegan fish sauce vinaigrette. Light, vibrant, citrusy, and a little unexpected."

Flavor Profile

What to listen for

Earthy Beet Citrus Bright Mint & Herbs Chili Rice Crunch Lemongrass Cream

Dietary Notes

Vegan Dairy Free Egg Free Gluten Free Allium Free Nut Free Shellfish Free Fish Free Sesame Free

Know the Dish

Why this salad works

Steamed beets, lemongrass cream, oranges, mint, spicy rice puff, and vegan fish sauce vinaigrette come together as a light but layered salad. The lemongrass coconut cream keeps the plate soft and aromatic, while citrus and chili rice puff add lift, crunch, and savory spice.

Great for guests looking for something light, vegan, gluten free, and still flavorful.

Guest Navigation

Vegan/fish-free: yes - vegan fish sauce is pineapple-based.
Spice level: mild heat from chili rice puff; more savory than hot.
Cilantro: micro cilantro can be removed or served on the side.
Pineapple allergy: vegan vinaigrette contains pineapple.

Plate Build

Lemongrass coconut cream - spooned onto the plate first as the base
Steamed beets - placed over the cream and fanned across the plate
Fresh orange segments - placed over beets
Vegan vinaigrette - fermented pineapple "fish" sauce, soybean oil, and lime juice
Spicy rice puff - placed on top for crunch
Fresh mint leaves - scattered
Micro cilantro - finished on top

Bright, crisp, aromatic - built for contrast: earthy, creamy, citrusy, crunchy.

Prep Notes

Lemongrass cream: coconut cream reduced with a ton of lemongrass, sugar, and a bit of rice flour
Vegan vinaigrette: fermented pineapple "fish" sauce with soybean oil and lime juice
Spicy rice puff: pad thai noodles fried at high temp, then dusted with chili powder, salt, and citric acid
Spicy rice powder: same as the rice powder on the ribs, with Thai chili powder

Allergens: citrus, pineapple, cilantro, nightshades, and soybean oil.

Approved Modifications

No ·

Micro cilantro

On the Side ·

Micro cilantro

Gluten free and vegan as written. No substitutions beyond approved mods.

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