Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced or grated
1 1/2 pounds ground pork (or substitute ground chicken, turkey, beef, or seitan)
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon sriracha (or substitute fresh chiles or red pepper flakes for heat)
Fine sea salt and freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
chopped peanuts for topping
extra lime wedges for topping
chopped fresh herbs (cilantro, mint, or Thai basil) for topping
Jasmine or long-grain white rice (amount as needed for serving)
Coconut milk (enough to cook the rice, typically 1 can for 2 cups rice)
Fine sea salt, to taste
Sugar, a hint (about 1 teaspoon per cup of rice for subtle sweetness)
Instructions
1-Step 1: Start with the Coconut Rice Begin cooking the coconut rice as it takes the longest, allowing time for the flavors to develop. Combine jasmine rice with coconut milk, a hint of sugar, and sea salt in a pot, then simmer until tender. This base complements the ginger lime pork perfectly, adding a creamy texture to your meal.
2-Step 2: Cook the Pork Mixture Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large sautΓ© pan over high heat. Add the white parts of 3 thinly sliced scallions, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then, add 1 1/2 pounds ground pork and break it up as it cooks until itβs no longer pink, which brings out the essence of this lime pork dish.
3-Step 3: Add Flavors and Caramelize Once the pork is cooked, stir in 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar, 3 tablespoons lime juice, and 1 tablespoon sriracha. Let it cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to caramelize, then stir and cook for another 1-2 minutes for that sticky texture. Season with fine sea salt and freshly-ground black pepper to taste, adjusting the lime juice if you want more zing in your ginger lime pork.
4-Step 4: Serve and Garnish Serve the warm pork over the cooked coconut rice for a balanced meal. Top with the green parts of the scallions, chopped peanuts, extra lime wedges, and fresh herbs like cilantro or mint. This step elevates the dish, making it not just tasty but visually appealing too.
Last Step:
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π Start cooking the coconut rice first as it takes the longest.
β²οΈ Prep and measure all ingredients before cooking, as the pork cooks quickly.
π₯ Allow the pork to rest undisturbed in the pan to develop a sticky, caramelized texture.
- Prep Time: 18 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: SautΓ©ing, Caramelizing, Cooking Rice
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
