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.

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