**Pork Larb with Chile: A Spicy and Flavorful Thai Dish**
Pork larb is a traditional Lao and Thai dish made with minced or ground pork, fresh herbs, roasted rice, and a spicy dressing. This version of the dish, herby pork larb with chile, is packed with flavor. The pork is marinated in a flavorful mixture of fish sauce, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, and lime juice. It is then grilled or roasted and finely chopped. The fresh herbs in this recipe include cilantro, mint, Thai basil, and green onions, which add a refreshing and aromatic touch to the dish. The roasted rice gives the larb a nutty flavor and a slightly crunchy texture. The spicy dressing is made with fresh red chiles, garlic, shallots, and lime juice. It adds a fiery kick to the larb and balances out the flavors of the other ingredients. This dish is typically served with sticky rice or jasmine rice, and it can be enjoyed as an appetizer or a main course. Additionally, the article also includes recipes for a classic pork larb, a vegetarian version made with tofu, and a spicy beef larb for those who prefer a different protein.
PORK LARB (THAI SALAD WITH PORK, HERBS, CHILI, AND TOASTED RICE POWDER) RECIPE
A classic Northern Thai dish, larb is a meat-based salad that exemplifies the hot, sour, pungent, and sweet flavor balance typical of many Thai dishes. Our version uses fried shallots for extra flavor along with toasted rice powder, giving it an intense nuttiness. We found that grinding the meat yourself in a food processor results in a more interesting and varied texture.
Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt
Categories Snack Appetizer Appetizers and Hors d'Oeuvres Salads Salad
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place meat on a tray leaving a one inch space between each cube and place in freezer until firm but not frozen, about fifteen minutes. Transfer half of meat to bowl of food processor and pulse until meat is roughly ground and no pieces larger than 1/4-inch remain, about 10 one-second pulses. Transfer meat to a bowl. Repeat with remaining meat. Set aside.
- While meat chills, place rice in an empty 12-inch skillet and heat over medium-high heat shaking constantly until rice is golden brown and a nutty popcorn-like aroma emerges, about 6 minutes. Transfer to mortar and pestle and grind until it has the texture of cracked black pepper. Alternatively, grind in a spice grinder. Set aside.
- Add oil and shallots to now-empty skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until shallots are golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain shallots and discard oil but do not wipe out pan.
- Add pork, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, and 2 tablespoons water to pan. Cook, stirring frequently until pork is just cooked through but not browned at all, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and allow to cool five minutes. Add remaining fish sauce, scallions, basil, cilantro, mint, half of chili, lime juice, sugar, and toasted rice powder. Toss with hands and taste for seasoning, adding more chili if higher heat is desired.
- Just before serving, add fried shallots and toss again. Granish with pork rinds and chili. Serve immediately with cabbage or lettuce on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 528 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 1469 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 39 g, ServingSize serves 4 as an appetizer, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
HERB-RUBBED PORK CHOPS
When company's coming and time is short, Sharon Denton in Mount Airy, Maryland relies on this surefire recipe. "It's healthy, economical and so easy to fix. I just love it," she says. But the best recommendation of all? "I've never served these chops without being asked for the recipe!" TASTY TIP: Sharon likes to serve her tasty pork chops with onion-flavored rice, green beans and marinated tomatoes for a fast, fresh and delicious summer spread!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the parsley, marjoram, sage, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Brush both sides of pork chops with 1 teaspoon oil; rub with herb mixture., In a large nonstick skillet, cook chops in remaining oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove and keep warm. Add broth and sherry or additional broth to skillet, stirring to loosen browned bits. Bring to a boil. , Return chops to the pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 4-5 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Serve chops with pan juices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HERBED PORK CHOPS WITH HOMEMADE RUB
The homemade herb blend really perks up the pork chops!
Provided by eatnlight
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Boneless
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix parsley, marjoram, thyme, sage, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
- Rub 1/2 teaspoon of the herb mixture over each pork chop. Store remaining herb mix in an airtight container for later use.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook pork chops in skillet until no longer pink in the center, 4 to 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 63.1 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 640.9 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
Tips:
- Choose the right cut of pork. A shoulder or butt roast is ideal, as it has a good amount of fat and connective tissue that will render down and make the larb tender and flavorful.
- Grind the pork yourself. This will give you the best control over the texture of the larb. If you don't have a meat grinder, you can ask your butcher to grind it for you.
- Use fresh herbs. The herbs are what give larb its characteristic flavor, so be sure to use fresh ones. Cilantro, mint, and basil are all good choices.
- Toast the rice powder. This will give it a nutty flavor and help to thicken the larb.
- Use a good quality fish sauce. Fish sauce is another key ingredient in larb, so be sure to use a good quality one. Look for a brand that is made from fermented anchovies and has a clear, amber color.
- Serve larb immediately. Larb is best served fresh, so make it just before you're ready to eat it.
Conclusion:
Herby pork larb is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's packed with flavor and can be served with a variety of sides, such as sticky rice, jasmine rice, or fresh vegetables. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook pork, give herby pork larb a try.
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