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Description
A savory Vietnamese dish featuring tender pork caramelized in a sweet and salty sauce, infused with lemongrass and served over rice.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork shoulder, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 stalks lemongrass, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, sliced
- 1 red chili, sliced (optional)
- 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add lemongrass, garlic, shallot, and chili. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add pork and cook until browned.
- Stir in fish sauce and sugar. Cook until pork is caramelized.
- Add lime juice and mix well.
- Serve over rice. Garnish with cilantro.
Notes
- Use brown sugar for deeper flavor.
- Adjust chili for desired spiciness.
- Serve with fresh vegetables for balance.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Vietnamese