Sesame Pork With Thai Cucumber Salad

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 2
Sesame Pork With Thai Cucumber Salad for a Fusion Meal
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 - 1 1/2 lb pork tenderloin
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 garlic cloves , minced
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon fresh ginger , minced
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
1 large English cucumber
1/2 small red onion , thinly sliced
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped unsalted peanuts

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
390
Sugar
17g
Fat
15g
Sesame Pork With Thai Cucumber Salad is a fusion dish that combines the flavors of East Asian and Southeast Asian cuisine. The pork is marinated in soy sauce and sesame seeds to create a rich, savory taste, while the Thai cucumber salad is light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. This meal is perfect for those who enjoy getting creative in the kitchen, as the flavor of the pork tenderloin and the dressing for the cucumber salad can be adjusted to suit individual preferences. The crunch of the cucumber and peanuts, paired with the juiciness of the pork tenderloin, makes for an unforgettable meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 450ºF (230ºC). Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2.Rub the pork tenderloin with soy sauce and place in the prepared baking sheet.
3.In a small bowl, combine garlic, honey, brown sugar, and ginger. Brush this mixture over the pork tenderloin.
4.Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the pork tenderloin. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes.
5.While the pork is cooking, make the Thai cucumber salad. Cut off the ends of the cucumber, and slice them lengthwise into thin strips. Place them in a serving plate with the sliced red onion.
6.In a small bowl, whisk together the rice wine vinegar, lime juice, and sugar. Drizzle the vinegar dressing over the cucumber and onion mixture.
7.Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts. Serve this sesame pork with the Thai cucumber salad, and enjoy!

PROS

This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner.
The pork tenderloin is packed with flavor and the Thai cucumber salad is light and refreshing.

Sesame is a heart-healthy ingredient and pork tenderloin is a good source of lean protein.

CONS

This dish contains soy sauce and brown sugar which are high in sodium and calories.

The quantity of sesame seeds used is not disclosed in the recipe, which may be a challenge for beginners.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sesame seeds are a good source of healthy fats and are high in antioxidants. They have been linked to reducing blood pressure and inflammation.
Eating pork tenderloin in moderation as a part of a balanced diet can have several health benefits, including supporting muscle growth and maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. Cucumbers are a good source of hydration and are low in calories.

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