Vietnamese·non-vegetarian·medium

Vietnamese pork salad

Name: Vietnamese pork salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients: 1 tsp Golden Caster Sugar; Juice of 2 Lime; 1 chopped Red Chilli; Handful Coriander; 1 tablespoon Sesame Seed Oil; 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce; 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce; 500g Pork Tenderloin; For brushing Vegetable Oil; 1/4 White Cabbage; 1 chopped Cucumber; 5 chopped Celery; 3 sliced thinly Spring Onions; 1 chopped Red Chilli; 2 chopped Lemongrass Stalks; Zest of 1 Lime; Handful Coriander; Handful Mint

Hey there foodies! I've got a delicious Vietnamese pork salad recipe for you to try out. Trust me, this dish is a flavor explosion in your mouth! One time, I accidentally mistook sugar for salt while making the dressing for this salad. Let's just say, it was not a pleasant surprise when I took my first bite! Remember folks, always double-check your ingredients. Here's a pro tip for you: when marinating the pork tenderloin, try adding a splash of pineapple juice for a hint of sweetness and extra tenderness. It's a game-changer, I promise! Alright, let's get cooking! The first step is to prepare the dressing the day before. Don't skip this step, as the flavors need time to mingle and develop. Trust me, it's worth the wait. Once you're ready to assemble the salad, make sure to toss everything together gently to coat the ingredients evenly with the flavorful dressing. And don't forget to garnish with some extra fresh herbs for a pop of color and freshness. Get ready to impress your taste buds with this vibrant Vietnamese pork salad. Happy cooking, folks!

30 min(prep 15 + cook 15)

4 servings

320 kcal

Ingredients

Golden Caster Sugar1 tsp
LimeJuice of 2
Red Chilli1 chopped
CorianderHandful
Sesame Seed Oil1 tablespoon
Fish Sauce1 tablespoon
Soy Sauce1 tablespoon
Pork Tenderloin500g
Vegetable OilFor brushing
White Cabbage1/4
Cucumber1 chopped
Celery5 chopped
Spring Onions3 sliced thinly
Red Chilli1 chopped
Lemongrass Stalks2 chopped
LimeZest of 1
CorianderHandful
MintHandful

Nutrition

320 kcalper serving

Protein28g42%

Carbs12g18%

Fat18g27%

Fiber2g3%

Sugar6g9%

Directions

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step 1
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The day before: make the dressing. Put the sugar and lime juice in a pan with 1 tbsp water and bring to the boil to dissolve the sugar. Add the chilli and coriander and stir well, then pulse in a blender until smooth. Tip into a bowl, then stir in the sesame oil, fish sauce, soy sauce and sesame seeds to make a dressing. Cover and chill until needed.
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step 2
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Two hours before serving: heat a griddle pan. Preheat the oven to 200C/gas 6/fan 180C. Brush the pork with oil and griddle on all sides for a few minutes until seared. Transfer to a baking tray and put in the oven for about 10-12 minutes until cooked through. Cool, thinly slice against the grain of the meat. Tip into a bowl and pour over half the dressing.
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step 3
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To serve: toss the remaining salad ingredients in a bowl with the remaining dressing. Pile on to a platter, top with the pork slices and spoon over any juices.

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