Thai Grilled Pork with Cilantro-Lime Dipping Sauce
Experience the harmonious blend of savory, fragrant, and tangy flavors with this Thai Grilled Pork with Cilantro-Lime Dipping Sauce. This versatile dish retains the authentic essence of Thai cuisine while being accessible for home cooks. The pork, marinated with an aromatic blend of garlic, cilantro, and coconut cream, grills to perfection, resulting in tender and juicy slices. Paired with a tantalizing dipping sauce, it is a perfect accompaniment to sticky rice or fresh vegetables, making for a delightful meal that pleases both spicy and mild palate preferences.
3-4 servings
Servings
N/A
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
garlic
4 cloves (finely chopped)
cilantro
10-12 sprigs (finely chopped)
fish sauce
4 tablespoons (none)
soy sauce
1 tablespoon (none)
thick coconut cream
4 ounces (1/2 cup) (none)
cooking oil
4 ounces (1/2 cup) (none)
sugar
1 tablespoon (none)
white pepper
1/2 teaspoon (none)
pork
1 lb thinly sliced or 2 steaks (cut into quarters)
fish sauce (for dipping sauce)
1 tablespoon (none)
lime juice
from 2 limes or 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar (none)
soy sauce (for dipping sauce)
1 tablespoon (none)
chili powder
1 teaspoon (none)
sugar (for dipping sauce)
1 tablespoon (none)
cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons (coarsely cut)
Instructions
1
To prepare the marinade, finely chop 4 cloves of garlic and 10 to 12 sprigs of cilantro.
2
In a large bowl, combine the chopped garlic and cilantro with 4 tablespoons of fish sauce, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 4 ounces of thick coconut cream, 4 ounces of cooking oil, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper. Mix until well blended.
3
Cut 1 pound of thinly sliced pork or 2 pork steaks into quarters, resulting in 8 pieces in total. Add the pork to the marinade mixture, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
4
Allow the pork to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator. Use a large zipper-seal bag for easy marinating and cleanup.
5
For the Cilantro-Lime Dipping Sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, juice from 2 limes (or 2 tablespoons of rice wine vinegar), 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of coarsely chopped cilantro leaves. Adjust the flavors to taste, adding more sugar, fish sauce, or lime juice as needed to balance the spice level.
6
Preheat your grill, ideally charcoal, for an authentic smoky flavor.
7
If opting for skewers, thread the marinated pork onto skewers and place them on the grill.
8
Grill the pork for a few minutes on each side, ensuring it's evenly cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
9
Remove the pork from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
10
Serve the grilled pork with the Cilantro-Lime Dipping Sauce for dipping and enjoy alongside sticky rice or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thai Grilled Pork with Cilantro-Lime Dipping Sauce?
It is a savory, fragrant, and tangy Thai dish featuring pork marinated in garlic, cilantro, and coconut cream, served with a spicy-tangy dipping sauce.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields approximately 3-4 servings.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are a total of 15 ingredients used in this recipe.
What type of pork should I use?
You can use 1 pound of thinly sliced pork or 2 pork steaks cut into quarters.
How long should the pork marinate?
The pork should marinate for at least 30 minutes, but for the best flavor, it is recommended to marinate it overnight.
What is in the marinade for the pork?
The marinade consists of garlic, cilantro, fish sauce, soy sauce, thick coconut cream, cooking oil, sugar, and white pepper.
How much garlic is needed?
You will need 4 cloves of garlic, finely chopped.
What is the recommended internal temperature for the pork?
The pork should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Can I use skewers for this recipe?
Yes, you can thread the marinated pork onto skewers before placing them on the grill.
What kind of grill is best for an authentic flavor?
A charcoal grill is recommended for an authentic smoky flavor.
What are the ingredients for the Cilantro-Lime Dipping Sauce?
The dipping sauce includes fish sauce, lime juice (or rice wine vinegar), soy sauce, chili powder, sugar, and cilantro leaves.
Can I substitute lime juice in the dipping sauce?
Yes, you can use 2 tablespoons of rice wine vinegar instead of lime juice.
Is the dipping sauce spicy?
The sauce contains 1 teaspoon of chili powder, but the spice level can be adjusted by adding more sugar, fish sauce, or lime juice.
How much coconut cream is used?
The recipe calls for 4 ounces (1/2 cup) of thick coconut cream.
What should I serve with Thai Grilled Pork?
It is best enjoyed with sticky rice or fresh vegetables.
How should the cilantro for the dipping sauce be prepared?
The cilantro leaves for the sauce should be coarsely cut.
Is there soy sauce in the marinade?
Yes, the marinade contains 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.
Should I let the pork rest after grilling?
Yes, remove the pork from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
What kind of pepper is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper.
How much oil is needed for the marinade?
The marinade requires 4 ounces (1/2 cup) of cooking oil.
How many sprigs of cilantro are needed for the marinade?
You will need 10 to 12 sprigs of cilantro, finely chopped.
What is the best way to marinate the pork for easy cleanup?
Using a large zipper-seal bag is recommended for easy marinating and cleanup.
How much sugar goes into the dipping sauce?
One tablespoon of sugar is used in the dipping sauce.
Is fish sauce used in both the marinade and the sauce?
Yes, 4 tablespoons are used in the marinade and 1 tablespoon is used in the dipping sauce.
How should I cut the pork before marinating?
The pork should be cut into 8 pieces in total (quarters if using two steaks).
Does the recipe contain cholesterol information?
No, the cholesterol information is not provided in the raw data.
Is this recipe considered Asian cuisine?
Yes, it is tagged as Asian cuisine and specifically Thai.
Can the dipping sauce flavors be adjusted?
Yes, you should adjust the flavors to taste to balance the spice level.
How many limes are needed for the sauce?
The sauce requires the juice from 2 limes.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
The tags include Thai, grilled pork, cilantro, lime, dipping sauce, barbecue, and asian cuisine.