Description
A vibrant dish featuring succulent pork marinated in ginger and lime, served alongside creamy coconut rice for a tropical escape on your plate.
Ingredients
- Pork (Tenderloin or Chops)
- Fresh Ginger (Grated)
- Lime Juice
- Soy Sauce
- Garlic (Minced)
- Coconut Milk
- White Rice
- Salt and Pepper
- Fresh Herbs (Like Cilantro or Parsley)
- Steamed Vegetables (For Serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated ginger, lime juice, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Use a whisk to blend the ingredients well.
- Marinate the Pork: Add your pork to the marinade, ensuring it gets coated generously. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Rice: Rinse the white rice under cold water until it runs clear. In a rice cooker or pot, replace the usual water with coconut milk, and follow package instructions to cook the rice to fluffy perfection.
- Sear the Pork: Heat a tablespoon of oil in your skillet over medium heat. Remove the pork from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off, season it with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Plate Your Dish: Fluff the coconut rice and serve it on plates. Top with sliced ginger lime pork and garnish with fresh herbs, and serve with vibrant steamed vegetables.
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider adding chili flakes to the marinade. You can substitute pork with chicken or tofu as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg