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Moo Yang Nam Tok

Cultural Context

Moo Yang Nam Tok is a beloved dish from Thailand, particularly popular in the northeastern region known as Isan. This dish showcases the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine, combining grilled pork with fresh herbs and a tangy dressing. Traditionally served with sticky rice, it reflects the communal nature of Thai meals, where dishes are shared among family and friends. Today, variations of this dish can be found worldwide, appealing to those who enjoy bold and aromatic flavors.

ThaiTHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 pound Pork Tenderloin
2 Tablespoons Toasted Ground White Rice
2 teaspoons Sun Dried Thai Chili
1/2 cup Spearmint
1/4 cup Red Shallots
3 - 4 Coriander / Cilantro Leaves
1 - 2 Green onion
3 - 4 Sun Dried Thai Hot Chili
1 - 2 teaspoons Lime
1 Tablespoon Fish Sauce
1 teaspoon Light Soy Sauce

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce can provide a similar umami flavor.

sticky rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa is healthier and provides protein.

1

Grill 2 small pork loin steaks on a barbeque until medium rare. Allow to cool, then slice into thin strips.

2

Heat about 1/4 cup of water in a small saucepan until boiling, then add the sliced meat, soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, and ground chili. Stir it up well, then let it get hot again.

3

Add ground rice, stir it in well, then remove from the heat and allow to cool completely.

4

Add shallots, cilantro, green onion, and mint. Toss everything together well.

5

Serve both servings on a medium-sized salad plate. Arrange some fresh shallot slices, cilantro, green onion, and a healthy portion of mint leaves on top. Sprinkle a pinch of ground rice over the top. Squeeze a few drops of lime juice around the salad. Lay 3 - 4 whole dry chilies on top.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingmixing

Equipment Needed

barbequesaucepanmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishsoy

Also Known As

Thai Grilled Pork SaladNam Tok Moo

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