Thai Grilled Pork Skewers
Tender pork slices are marinated in a fragrant blend of fish sauce, lime, garlic, and palm sugar, then grilled until charred at the edges. The skewers are brightened with fresh cilantro and crushed peanuts for a balance of savory, tangy, and crunchy notes.
1 ½ lb pork shoulder, thinly sliced
3 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce, low-sodium
2 tbsp palm sugar, or light brown sugar
1 lime, juiced
4 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 stalk lemongrass, white part finely minced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
8 bamboo skewers, soaked in water 30 minutes
¼ bunch cilantro, roughly chopped
2 tbsp peanuts, crushed
1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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