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Ginger Lime Pork with Coconut Rice

Ginger Lime Pork with Coconut Rice

Enjoy a quick and flavorful Ginger Lime Pork with Coconut Rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any neutral oil can be substituted.
  • 3 pieces Scallions White and green parts separated.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated for best flavor.
  • 1 pound Ground Pork Can substitute with ground chicken, turkey, or tofu.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for lower GI.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Fresh lime juice is ideal.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust to taste.
  • Fine Sea Salt To taste.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper To taste.
For the Coconut Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice Follow package instructions.
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Full-fat is recommended.
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Adjust based on taste.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine with coconut milk, sea salt, and sugar in a pot. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the white parts of scallions, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add ground pork to the skillet, breaking apart with a spatula. Cook for 4-5 minutes until browned.
  4. Stir in light brown sugar, lime juice, and sriracha. Cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to caramelize, then stir to combine.
  5. Season with fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve over coconut rice, garnished with green parts of scallions, chopped peanuts, fresh herbs, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. This dish is freezer-friendly for up to 3 months.

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