Garlicky Crispy Pork (Moo Kratiam)
Thai pork fried until the edges are crispy and golden, finished with a sweet-salty-garlicky glaze. Served over rice with a squeeze of lime and fresh cilantro.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 425
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork shoulder or pork belly, thinly sliced (¼-inch)
- 8 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 whole lime (for juice + wedges)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers.
- 2
Working in batches, pan-fry pork slices 2 minutes per side until golden brown and edges crisp. Transfer to a plate.
- 3
Add minced garlic to the same skillet, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 45 seconds.
- 4
Return pork to the skillet. Add fish sauce and sugar, tossing to coat evenly, 1 minute.
- 5
Squeeze in half the lime juice. Toss once more to combine.
- 6
Serve over jasmine rice with cilantro, lime wedges, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or wok
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- wooden spoon or spatula
- small bowl (for measuring)
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