Galloping Horses
Delight your guests with the captivating flavors of "Galloping Horses," a traditional Thai appetizer that masterfully balances salty, sweet, and savory elements. This elegant dish features juicy pineapple or mandarin orange slices topped with a fragrant mix of sautéed ground pork, garlic, shallots, and coriander root, enriched with the deep, caramel-like sweetness of palm sugar and the umami kick of fish sauce. A sprinkle of roasted peanuts adds crunch, while optional garnishes of red chili and fresh cilantro bring an extra pop of color and flavor. Perfect as a bite-sized party snack or a show-stopping starter, "Galloping Horses" is both visually stunning and irresistibly tasty. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's an easy way to bring a taste of Thai-inspired sophistication to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple (or mandarin orange slices)
- 200 grams ground pork
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon peanuts, roasted and roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon coriander root, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1.5 teaspoons fish sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 red chili, finely sliced (optional, for garnish)
- 2 sprigs fresh cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and core the pineapple, then cut it into bite-sized chunks. If using mandarin orange slices, ensure they are peeled and separated. Set aside.
In a pan over medium heat, add a small amount of oil and sauté the chopped shallots, garlic, and coriander root until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Add the ground pork to the pan and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the palm sugar, fish sauce, and white pepper, mixing well to combine. Allow the mixture to cook for another 2 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the chopped roasted peanuts.
Spoon a small amount of the cooked pork mixture onto each pineapple or mandarin slice, being careful not to overload the fruit.
Garnish each 'Galloping Horse' with a slice of red chili and a fresh cilantro leaf, if desired, for added flavor and presentation.
Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately as an appetizer or party snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
844 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.5 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 180 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 2043 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.1 g | ||
| Protein | 57.1 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 602 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
