SWEET AND SALTY GRILLED PORK WITH CITRUS AND HERBS
Typically prepared as a long-cooked stew or braise, pork shoulder is remarkably (and perhaps surprisingly) fantastic when treated like a steak. This means cooked hot and fast so it's charred on the outside and medium-rare on the inside. While a grill is ideal here, it can also be prepared on the stovetop in a very hot cast-iron skillet. The garlicky, salty, sweet marinade also doubles as a dressing to be poured over crunchy leaves of lettuce, fresh herbs and, if you're looking for something more substantial, some sort of rice noodle or plain cooked rice.
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories dinner, weeknight, meat, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Using a sharp knife, slice pork shoulder crosswise into 1-inch-thick steaks. (Depending on the shape and cut of your shoulder, some pieces may not stay together in a steak shape; this is O.K.) Season pork with salt and pepper and place in a shallow baking dish (a 9-by-13 works best) or resealable plastic bag.
- Combine fish sauce, light brown sugar, sambal (if using), garlic and 1/2 cup lime juice in a medium bowl, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Pour half of the mixture over the pork and let it sit for about 15 to 20 minutes while you prepare the grill, using tongs to turn pork once or twice to make sure all of it is getting enough attention from the marinade. (There's no need to refrigerate, unless you are working ahead, in which case you should refrigerate until ready to grill.)
- If you're using a charcoal grill, build the fire so it's screaming hot. This pork is to be cooked hot and fast, so the hotter the better. If you're using a gas grill, heat it on high. Bring a clean baking dish out to the grill for the pork to rest in after cooking.
- Once the grill is sufficiently hot, grill the pork until deeply browned and lightly charred on both sides, 2 to 4 minutes per side (this will happen faster on a charcoal grill), moving the pork around as needed to prevent excessive flare-ups, which, depending on how fatty your pork is, will happen with varying severity. Grill the lime and orange, if using, cut-side down, until lightly charred, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Remove the pork and lime from the grill and let rest a minute or two in that same large baking dish to catch the juices. Drizzle the remaining lime dressing over the sliced pork and let it rest for a few minutes so the juices mix with the dressing.
- Slice the pork about 1/4 inch thick. Arrange rice noodles or rice, if using, on a large platter and top with lettuce, along with some of the mint, cilantro and shallots. Top with sliced pork and remaining herbs and shallots. Spoon the juices from the bottom of the baking dish over everything, and serve with the grilled citrus for squeezing.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 469, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 1534 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams
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Orji Chiemerie
[email protected]This recipe looks delicious! I'm definitely going to give it a try.
Alyssa Ojeda
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe next time I have a barbecue.
Md.Moazzam Hossain
[email protected]This pork recipe is a must-try! The combination of flavors is incredible.
Sualiho Sheriff
[email protected]I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves grilled pork.
HUSSAM DOHA
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pork.
Ximena Resendiz
[email protected]I love the way the citrus and herbs brighten up the flavor of the pork.
Rani Siyal
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for grilled pork. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
KAYLAH DAVIS
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
B Radha
[email protected]This was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the pork.
Osadolor Gift
[email protected]The flavors in this dish are amazing! The citrus and herbs really shine through and the pork is cooked perfectly.
abdul jaleel jalli
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who loves grilled pork.
Robert Lacroix
[email protected]I love the combination of sweet and salty in this dish. The citrus and herbs add a nice brightness to the pork, while the salty bacon and soy sauce add a savory depth of flavor.
sabrina farnham
[email protected]This pork recipe is a keeper! The citrus and herbs give it a wonderfully fresh and flavorful taste, while the grilling adds a nice smoky touch.