Larb Moo Kua

Larb Moo Kua is a vibrant and spicy Thai BBQ dish featuring ground pork, fresh herbs, and a zesty lime dressing. It's a protein-packed meal that bursts with flavor and is perfect for a summer grill.

Ingredients

• Ground pork - 250 grams
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Shallots - 2, finely sliced
• Fresh mint leaves - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Green onions - 2, sliced
• Roasted rice powder - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Sugar - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lettuce leaves - 4, for serving
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon, for grilling

Steps

1. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
2. Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
3. Once the pork is cooked, remove it from heat and let it cool slightly.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked pork, lime juice, fish sauce, red chili flakes, shallots, roasted rice powder, sugar, mint, cilantro, and green onions. Mix well.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more fish sauce or lime juice if desired.
6. Serve the larb in lettuce leaves, using them as wraps.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in fresh herbs, providing antioxidants and vitamins.

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