Nộm thịt heo

Nộm thịt heo is a vibrant Vietnamese salad that combines tender pork with fresh herbs and crunchy vegetables, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors. This healthy appetizer is not only refreshing but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect start to any meal.

Ingredients

• Pork shoulder - 200 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 small, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 small, julienned
• Fresh cilantro - 20 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 20 grams, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Chili pepper - 1 small, thinly sliced (optional)
• Peanuts - 30 grams, crushed (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a pot, bring water to a boil and add the pork shoulder. Cook for about 15-20 minutes until the pork is fully cooked and tender.
2. Remove the pork from the pot and let it cool. Once cooled, slice it thinly.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, and mint.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and sliced chili pepper to create the dressing.
5. Add the sliced pork to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over it. Toss everything together until well combined.
6. Serve the salad in bowls, garnished with crushed peanuts on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 22 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from pork, supporting muscle health.
• High in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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