ULTIMATE SWEET Pork could you eat this on its own - Moo Wan - Thai Sweet Pork -หมูหวาน

palm sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thigh

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Chicken thigh is leaner while still flavorful.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, but may alter flavor.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is easier to find and has a similar umami flavor.

Marinate pork shoulder in soy sauce, palm sugar, garlic, and black pepper for at least 1 hour.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add marinated pork and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in coriander root and fish sauce, cooking for 2 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours until pork is tender.

Remove pork and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

In the same pot, add coconut milk and lime juice, stirring to combine.

Return sliced pork to the pot, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Serve over steamed rice, garnished with green onions and chili flakes.

Cooking Techniques

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