Gỏi Thịt Heo

Gỏi Thịt Heo is a vibrant Vietnamese salad featuring tender pork and fresh vegetables, all tossed in a tangy dressing. This high-protein dish offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it a perfect light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

• Pork tenderloin - 200 grams
• Rice vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 small, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Fresh mint - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lettuce leaves - 4 large, for serving
• Crushed peanuts - 2 tablespoons, for garnish

Steps

1. In a pot of boiling water, cook the pork tenderloin for about 15 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove and let it cool before slicing thinly.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, and minced garlic to create the dressing.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned carrot, cucumber, and sliced red bell pepper.
4. Add the sliced pork to the bowl with the vegetables, then pour the dressing over the mixture. Toss well to combine.
5. Fold in the chopped cilantro and mint, mixing gently to incorporate the herbs.
6. Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce leaves and sprinkle with crushed peanuts for added crunch.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from pork, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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