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Ginger Lime Pork with Coconut Rice

Ginger Lime Pork with Coconut Rice: A Tropical Delight at Home

Ginger Lime Pork with Coconut Rice is a vibrant dish capturing summer’s essence, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian, Tropical
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 1 pound Pork Tenderloin or ground pork or chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger minced
  • 3 tablespoons Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar or coconut sugar
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha adjust for spice preference
For the Coconut Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice rinsed
  • 1 can Coconut Milk
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil for cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Butter optional
For Toppings and Garnish
  • 2 scallions Scallions both green and white parts
  • 1 cup Toasted Coconut Flakes
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Cilantro, Mint, Thai Basil
  • 1/2 cup Peanuts or cashews or almonds

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Slice the pork tenderloin into 1-inch medallions. In a bowl, whisk together minced ginger, lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and sriracha. Pour the marinade over the pork and let marinate for 5-15 minutes.
  2. Rinse 1 cup of jasmine rice under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook on low for 18 minutes.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet. Season marinated pork with salt and pepper, then cook in the skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked to 145°F.
  4. Transfer cooked pork to a plate. Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
  5. Fluff the coconut rice with a fork, adding butter and toasted coconut flakes if desired.
  6. To serve, place a scoop of coconut rice on each plate, top with pork, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with herbs and peanuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the pork to marinate for at least 15 minutes for best flavor. Rinse rice well for fluffiness.

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