Thai Pork with Peanut Sauce
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Thai cuisine with this Thai Pork with Peanut Sauce recipe, a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy. Tender slices of pork are seared to perfection and enveloped in a rich, creamy peanut sauce infused with robust red curry paste, aromatic garlic, and zesty lime juice. Coconut milk adds a luxuriously smooth texture, while a touch of brown sugar and crushed red pepper flakes create a harmonious contrast of sweetness and heat. Garnished with fresh cilantro and crunchy roasted peanuts, this dish is as vibrant in flavor as it is in presentation. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this Thai-inspired masterpiece is a crowd-pleasing choice for a comforting weeknight dinner or an exotic culinary escape. Serve it piping hot over jasmine rice or rice noodles for a meal that’s sure to impress! SEO keywords: Thai pork, peanut sauce recipe, easy Thai dinner, Thai-inspired pork dish, creamy peanut sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Pork tenderloin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons Red curry paste
- 1 can Coconut milk
- 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped roasted peanuts (for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the pork tenderloin into thin slices, about 1/4 inch thick. Season with salt and ground black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the pork slices in batches and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the minced garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the red curry paste to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to release the flavors.
Pour in the can of coconut milk and stir until the curry paste is fully dissolved, creating a smooth sauce.
Add the peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Return the cooked pork slices to the skillet, stirring to coat the meat with the peanut sauce. Simmer for another 5-7 minutes until the pork is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a splash of water or coconut milk to loosen it.
Garnish with chopped cilantro and roasted peanuts before serving. Serve hot over steamed jasmine rice or rice noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 110.3 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.8 g | 109% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 308 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 5062 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.2 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.6 g | ||
| Protein | 149.6 g | 299% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 3622 mg | 77% | |
*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.
