Grilled Minced Pork on Lemongrass

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 14
Grilled Minced Pork on Lemongrass - A Flavorful and Healthy Dish
in Main

Prep

35 min

Cook

8 min

Ready In

43 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

250 g ground pork
5 -6 stalks lemongrass
1 small chili
3 leaves fresh basil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar cane
1 garlic clove
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
220
Sugar
2g
Fat
11g
Grilled Minced Pork on Lemongrass is a flavorful dish originating in Southeast Asia, where minced pork is seasoned with soy sauce, garlic, and ground pepper, and then grilled on skewers made from fragrant lemongrass stalks. The dish is full of flavors and a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and sour, as well as spicy if you add more chili. Often served as a snack or an appetizer in local restaurants, this dish is also a favorite main course for those who prefer leaner meat options.

Instructions

1.Peel and mince the garlic, chili, and lemongrass stalks, and place them in a mixing bowl with the ground pork, soy sauce, sugar, and fresh ground pepper.
2.Mix the ingredients well and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
3.Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and remove the pork mixture from the fridge. Take a small handful of the mixture and shape it around a lemongrass stalk, pressing tightly to ensure it adheres to the lemongrass.
4.Repeat with the remaining pork mixture and lemongrass.
5.Grill the lemongrass-wrapped pork skewers for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side or until the pork is cooked through.
6.Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve with your preferred side dishes.

PROS

Grilling provides a charred, smoky, and delicious flavor to the minced pork, making it a perfect main dish for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight dinner.
Leaning towards a healthy option, the recipe doesn’t include any added oil, making it ideal for those watching their calorie and fat intake.
The lemongrass provides a refreshing and aromatic note to the dish.

CONS

The lemongrass skewers can be tricky to grill at first, and the pork mixture may come loose during the cooking process.

It needs careful handling while making the skewers.
As ground pork has a high fat content, it is best to choose leaner cuts of ground pork to reduce the fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lemongrass is an excellent source of antioxidants and is thought to have anti-inflammatory properties that help support the immune system and combat certain illnesses. The pork in this dish is rich in protein, which helps to build and repair muscle tissue and supports healthy skin, nails, and hair. The recipe also does not include any added oil, making it a healthier option and reducing the calorie and fat content.

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