Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon sambal oelek or 1 teaspoon asian chili paste
  • 2 small garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 12 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 14 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large scallions, white and light green parts
  • 4 (4 ounce) beef tenderloin steaks
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 12 cups shelled edamame, thawed (7 ounces)
  • 6 medium radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1 bunch watercress, thick stems discarded
  • sesame seeds, for garnish

Method

  • Light the grill.
  • In a blender, combine the sambal oelek, garlic, vinegar, soy sauce, sugar and sesame oil and process until smooth; blend in the vegetable oil until incorporated.
  • Brush the scallions and steaks with 1 tablespoon of the dressing and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill over moderately high heat, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes for the scallions and 8 minutes for medium-rare steaks.
  • Let the steaks rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  • Cut the scallions into 1/2-inch pieces and transfer to a bowl.
  • Add the edamame, radishes, watercress and about 5 tablespoons of the dressing and toss.
  • Mound the salad on plates and place the sliced steak alongside.
  • Drizzle the remaining dressing over the steak, sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.