Vietnamese Ground Pork
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful Vietnamese Ground Pork recipe, a quick and easy dish that packs a punch of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors. Perfectly seasoned with fish sauce, soy sauce, and a hint of lime juice, the tender ground pork is infused with the fragrant notes of garlic and shallots, then given a subtle kick of heat with red chili flakes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with steamed jasmine rice, lettuce wraps, or noodles for a satisfying meal. Garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, and crushed peanuts for added texture and a burst of freshness. Whether you're a fan of Vietnamese cuisine or seeking a fuss-free, delicious dinner option, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground pork
- 4 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pieces shallots, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons crushed peanuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir until sugar dissolves and set aside.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the neutral cooking oil and allow it to heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the ground pork to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon or spatula. Cook the pork until it is no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the sauce mixture. Stir well to coat the pork evenly.
Sprinkle in the red chili flakes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Stir in the green onions and cook for 1 more minute before removing the skillet from heat.
Transfer the ground pork to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped cilantro and crushed peanuts, if desired.
Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice, lettuce wraps, or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
454 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.6 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 1298 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 549 mg | 12% | |
*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.
