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Spicy Thai Grilled Pork Salad Recipe: Moo Nam Tok - Nin is Cooking

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Moo Nam Tok

Cultural Context

Originating from the northeastern region of Thailand, Moo Nam Tok is a vibrant dish traditionally served at gatherings and celebrations. The name translates to 'waterfall meat,' referring to the juices that flow from the grilled pork. This dish highlights the balance of flavors that Thai cuisine is known for, combining sour, salty, and spicy elements. Today, it's enjoyed in various forms across Thailand and has gained popularity in Thai restaurants worldwide.

ThaiTHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
400g Pork shoulder, steak cut
2 Tbsp Water
3 Garlic cloves
1 tsp Cilantro roots, chopped
¼ tsp White peppercorn
1 Tbsp Oyster sauce
1 Tbsp Soy sauce
½ cup Cucumber, cut into bite-size
5 Tbsp Jasmine raw rice
1 Tbsp Kaffir lime leaves, torn and cut
1 Tbsp Lemongrass, sliced
2 Tbsp Spring onion
2 Tbsp Cilantro
2 Tbsp Mint leaves
2 Tbsp Shallot
2 Tbsp Fish sauce
3 Tbsp Lime juice
2 Tbsp Chili flake
1 Tbsp Palm sugar
2 Tbsp Roasted rice powder

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides umami flavor without fish.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken breast is leaner and cheaper.

1

Prepare a paste to marinate the pork using Thai spices.

2

Marinate the pork with the paste.

3

Roast jasmine rice with herbs and blend it to a powder to make roasted rice powder.

4

Grill the marinated pork until cooked through.

5

Slice the grilled pork and extract meat juice.

6

Make the spicy salad dressing by mixing the meat juice with chili flakes and other ingredients.

7

Prepare the herbs and vegetables for the salad.

8

Mix the grilled pork with the dressing and serve.

Cooking Techniques

grillingmixingslicing

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishsoy

Also Known As

Waterfall PorkNam Tok Moo

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