Moo Nam Tok

Moo Nam Tok is a vibrant Thai BBQ dish featuring tender grilled pork, tossed with fresh herbs and a zesty lime dressing. This dish is perfect for those who enjoy a balance of savory and tangy flavors in a healthy meal.

Moo Nam Tok
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Thai
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pork shoulder - 300 grams
  • Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Cooked jasmine rice - 100 grams (for serving)
  • Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Mint leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
  • Roasted rice powder - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Sugar - 1 teaspoon
  • Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

  1. Preheat your grill or BBQ to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix the fish sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, sugar, and chili flakes to create a marinade.
  3. Cut the pork shoulder into thin slices and marinate in the mixture for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Grill the marinated pork slices for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and slightly charred.
  5. Once cooked, remove the pork from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced pork, red onion, cilantro, mint, and roasted rice powder. Toss everything well to combine.
  7. Serve the Moo Nam Tok with cooked jasmine rice and additional lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 30 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Contains fresh herbs that are rich in antioxidants.

Tags

ThaiHealthyBBQ