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Ginger Lime Pork with Coconut Rice Recipe

Ginger Lime Pork with Coconut Rice Recipe
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This Ginger Lime Pork with Coconut Rice recipe is a vibrant and flavorful dish combining tender ground pork sautéed with fresh ginger, garlic, and scallions, sweetened with brown sugar and brightened with lime juice and spicy sriracha. Paired with fragrant coconut rice and garnished with crunchy peanuts, fresh herbs, and lime wedges, it’s a perfect balance of sweet, savory, tangy, and spicy flavors that make for a delicious, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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For the Pork:

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 3 Scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1½ tablespoons Fresh Ginger, minced or grated
  • 1½ pounds Ground Pork
  • ⅓ cup Light Brown Sugar (packed)
  • 3 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • Fine Sea Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste

For Serving:

  • 1 batch Coconut Rice* (made with jasmine rice, coconut milk, sea salt, and a bit of sugar)
  • Chopped Peanuts
  • Extra Lime Wedges
  • Fresh Herbs (Cilantro, Mint, and/or Thai Basil)

Instructions

  1. Cook Coconut Rice: Prepare coconut rice according to your preferred recipe or package instructions, using jasmine rice cooked with coconut milk, a pinch of sea salt, and a bit of sugar to create a creamy, flavorful base for the dish.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over high heat. Add the white parts of the scallions, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger. Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture becomes fragrant, which helps to develop the foundational flavors of the dish.
  3. Cook the Pork: Add the ground pork to the pan with the aromatics. Use a wooden spoon to break it up into small pieces and cook until the pork is no longer pink, ensuring it is cooked through and evenly browned.
  4. Add Sauce Ingredients: Stir in the light brown sugar, lime juice, and sriracha, mixing the pork and sauce ingredients until everything is evenly coated. Let the pork cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes to allow caramelization on the bottom, then stir and repeat the process for another 1 to 2 minutes to deepen the caramelized flavor.
  5. Season & Serve: Taste the pork mixture and adjust the seasoning with fine sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, or additional sriracha if desired. Serve the ginger lime pork over the prepared coconut rice. Garnish with chopped peanuts, the green parts of the scallions, fresh herbs like cilantro, mint, or Thai basil, and extra lime wedges for squeezing.

Notes

  • For the coconut rice, jasmine rice is preferred for its fragrant aroma and texture.
  • You can adjust the amount of sriracha to control the spice level according to your preference.
  • Fresh herbs such as cilantro, mint, and Thai basil add brightness and complexity when used as garnishes.
  • Chopped peanuts provide a satisfying crunch complementing the tender pork.
  • This dish is best served immediately for optimal freshness and flavor balance.

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Keywords: ginger lime pork, coconut rice, ground pork recipe, spicy pork, Asian pork dish, coconut milk rice, quick dinner, easy weeknight meal

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