First, make the dressing. Whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, garlic, hot pepper, palm sugar, sesame oil, almond oil and 1 Tbsp. filtered water. Let set at room temperature while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.

Season the beef with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet (preferably cast iron) and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until medium rare.

Let the meat rest for a few minutes. Slice thinly on the bias and toss with 2-3 tablespoons of the dressing.  

Mix the remaining salad ingredients (except the cashews) in a large bowl, and add dressing until everything is well coated.

Divide the salad between plates, mound the beef on top and sprinkle with the chopped cashews.

Serve.