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Vietnamese-style Grilled Pork Skewers
Vietnamese-style Grilled Pork Skewers
"Vietnamese food has become popular around the world especially in the United States. You may be familiar with the two best known Vietnamese dishes – spring rolls and Pho, which are indeed the best representation of Vietnamese cuisine. Why not try this outstanding dish next? Grilled Pork Skewers! Spices, noodles, vegetables, and great herbs all play big roles in Vietnamese cuisine. Vietnamese cuisine is about balancing different flavors, spicy, sour, bitter, salty, and sweet. The most important part of this grilled pork skewers recipe is the marinade because it defines the flavor profile of these pork skewers — a sweet and salty harmonious combination of flavors. "
NotesWhen choosing the meat, a fatty piece of pork meat is ideal to prevent the skewers from drying out. The fatty piece of meat will also create a burst of flavor. The meat will melt upon being grilled, leaving a shiny finish that coats the entire skewers.
Serves4
Preparation Time30 min
Cooking Time15 min
Cooking MethodGrilling
Ingredients
- 13 ounces boneless pork shoulder
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons onions
- 3 lemongrass stalk
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
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Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 5 minutes before cooking.
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Cut pork into bite-sized pieces.
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Combine all other ingredients in a food processor and purée until smooth and transfer to a large bowl.
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Marinate pork slices in the purée mixture for 20 minutes at room temperature.
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Thread pork loosely onto skewers.
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Grill the pork skewers for 7 minutes over medium-high heat.
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Serve with a sauce, if desired.
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