Ingredients:
1 lb beef ( tenderloin, tri tip or flank steak)
2-3 Cups shredded Green Papaya ( or rice noodles)
1 Cup combo of fresh mint, cilantro and basil
2 T roasted crushed peanuts ( optional)
1 T fried shallots ( optional- see below)

Dressing:

2 T fresh lime juice
1 T plus 1 tsp olive oil
1 T plus 1 tsp sugar
2 tsp fish sauce
2 tsp mild red chili- finely sliced
1 finely minced garlic clove

Beef Marinade:

1/4 C pounded or finely chopped lemongrass
1/4 C garlic-finely minced or pounded
1 tsp fish sauce
2 tsp sesame oil
1 T oyster sauce
2 T sugar 1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp chili flakes
1 tsp five spice