Thai Pork With Coconut Cilantro Sauce

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 15
Thai Pork With Coconut Cilantro Sauce
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 1/2 lbs pork tenderloin , trimmed
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro
10 scallions , trimmed
1 1/4 inches piece fresh ginger , peeled and chopped
8 garlic cloves , peeled
zest of half a lemon
1 red chili , deseeded and roughly chopped
2 stalks lemongrass , trimmed and outer leaves discarded
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup fish sauce
1/4 cup sesame oil
two 13 1/2 oz cans coconut milk
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
448
Sugar
7g
Fat
23g
Thai Pork With Coconut Cilantro Sauce is a savory and fragrant dish that combines the flavors of Thailand to make a delectable meal. The tender and juicy pork is marinated in a delicious blend of cilantro, ginger, and garlic, and then cooked to perfection. The coconut cilantro sauce adds an element of creaminess to the dish and complements the pork perfectly. This dish is perfect for a casual dinner party or a special occasion.

Instructions

1.In a blender, combine cilantro, scallions, ginger, garlic, lemon zest, chili, lemongrass, brown sugar, soy sauce, fish sauce, and sesame oil.
2.Place pork tenderloin in a large baking dish and coat it with the marinade, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
3.Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
4.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear marinated pork tenderloin until browned on all sides.
5.Return pork to the baking dish and pour coconut milk, fish sauce, lemon juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper over the pork.
6.Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 30-40 minutes until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 140-145°F (60-63°C).
7.Let the pork rest for at least 5 minutes before carving it into slices and serving with the coconut cilantro sauce.

PROS

This Thai Pork With Coconut Cilantro Sauce recipe makes a juicy and flavorful dish with tender pork tenderloin and a creamy coconut cilantro sauce.

The sauce is a perfect accompaniment to the pork, adding a burst of tropical flavor to the dish.

This dish is a healthy source of protein and healthy fats.

CONS

The total cook time, including marinating, can be lengthy.

This recipe may require ingredients that are not readily available in some areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Thai Pork With Coconut Cilantro Sauce is a great source of protein.
Coconut milk is known to be a source of healthy fats and have a number of potential health benefits
Cilantro may help promote healthy digestion and reduce inflammation.

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