Spicy Thai Green Mango Pork Delight
Elevate your dining experience with this Spicy Thai Green Mango Pork Delight. This tantalizing platter combines the bold flavors of serrano chilies, aromatic garlic, and fresh ginger, perfectly complementing tender pork strips simmered in a savory sauce. Each bite bursts with the sweetness of ripe mangoes, the crunch of roasted peanuts, and the freshness of cilantro. Serve this vibrant dish as a delightful meal with friends or family, and watch them savor every mouthwatering layer of flavor. Perfect for any occasion, this dish will transport your taste buds straight to the streets of Thailand!
4
Servings
155
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
serrano chilies
6 (seeded and cut in strips)
garlic cloves
4 (coarsely chopped)
ginger
1 tablespoon (finely chopped)
peanut oil
2 tablespoons (for frying)
boneless pork
1 lb (cut in strips)
fish sauce
1 tablespoon (to enhance umami flavor)
shrimp paste
1 teaspoon (for depth of flavor)
sugar
1 teaspoon (to balance flavors)
water
1 cup (to create the sauce)
diced mangoes
2 cups (fresh, ripe)
roasted unsalted peanuts
3 tablespoons (crushed)
cilantro
3 tablespoons (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
1
Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add the seeded and sliced serrano chilies, chopped garlic, and finely chopped ginger. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes until aromatic.
3
Increase the heat to medium-high, then add the pork strips. Cook until the pork is well-browned on all sides.
4
Reduce the heat back to medium. Stir in the fish sauce, shrimp paste, sugar, and water. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
5
Cover the skillet and let it simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, or until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally.
6
Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in the diced mangoes and crushed peanuts, mixing them into the pork mixture.
7
Transfer the dish to a serving platter and garnish generously with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Information
8.5g
Fat
8g
Carbs
10.5g
Protein
1.25g
Fiber
4.5g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spicy Thai Green Mango Pork Delight?
It is a tantalizing Thai-inspired platter that combines tender pork strips with bold flavors of serrano chilies, garlic, and fresh ginger, finished with sweet mangoes and crunchy peanuts.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people.
What are the primary aromatics used in this dish?
The primary aromatics are 6 seeded and sliced serrano chilies, 4 coarsely chopped garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon of finely chopped ginger.
What type of pork should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of boneless pork cut into strips.
How do I prepare the serrano chilies?
The serrano chilies should be seeded and cut into strips before cooking.
What kind of oil is recommended for frying?
The recipe recommends using 2 tablespoons of peanut oil.
How long should the pork simmer?
The pork should simmer gently for 15-20 minutes until tender and the sauce has thickened.
What ingredients make up the savory sauce?
The sauce is composed of fish sauce, shrimp paste, sugar, and water.
When should the mangoes be added?
The diced mangoes should be gently folded into the pork mixture after the skillet has been removed from the heat.
What provides the crunch in this recipe?
The crunch is provided by 3 tablespoons of crushed roasted unsalted peanuts.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 155 calories.
How much protein is in one serving?
There is 10.5g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content for this dish?
Each serving contains 8.5g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 8g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is there any fiber in this dish?
Yes, there is approximately 1.25g of fiber per serving.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The dish contains 4.5g of sugar per serving.
What type of mango is best for this recipe?
The recipe recommends using fresh, ripe diced mangoes.
What is used as a garnish?
The dish is garnished generously with 3 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro.
Why is fish sauce used in this recipe?
Fish sauce is used to enhance the umami flavor of the dish.
What is the purpose of adding sugar?
A teaspoon of sugar is added to balance the bold and spicy flavors.
How do I cook the aromatics?
Stir-fry the chilies, garlic, and ginger in peanut oil over medium heat for about 2 minutes until aromatic.
At what heat should I brown the pork?
Increase the heat to medium-high to brown the pork strips on all sides.
Should the skillet be covered during simmering?
Yes, you should cover the skillet while the pork simmers for 15-20 minutes.
Is this recipe considered spicy?
Yes, the use of 6 serrano chilies makes this a spicy dish, as indicated by its name.
Can this dish be served on a platter?
Yes, it is suggested to transfer the dish to a serving platter for a vibrant presentation.
How much ginger is required?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of finely chopped ginger.
What type of peanuts should I buy?
You should use roasted unsalted peanuts.
Is this a quick meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a 'quick meal' and is suitable for casual dining.
Does this recipe include shrimp paste?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of shrimp paste is included to provide depth of flavor.
How much water is used for the sauce?
The recipe uses 1 cup of water to create the base of the sauce.