Grilled Pork with Rice and Fresh Herbs
Juicy grilled pork served over steamed rice with a bright, herby salad and a simple dipping sauce. This Thai-inspired weeknight dinner comes together quickly and is full of fresh flavors.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork shoulder or pork chops
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- 2 whole lime
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Pour over 1 lb pork and let marinate for 10 minutes.
- 2
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high. Cook the pork for 4-5 minutes per side, until charred and cooked through (internal temp 145°F).
- 3
While pork cooks, make the sauce: combine juice of 1 lime, remaining 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tbsp fish sauce in a small bowl. Stir in 1 tbsp chopped cilantro.
- 4
Slice the pork thinly against the grain. Serve over 2 cups cooked rice.
- 5
Top with remaining cilantro, lime wedges, and drizzle with the sauce. Serve with extra lime on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- Grill or grill pan
- Small bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
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