Grilled Lemongrass Pork Skewers

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) pork shoulder, thinly sliced 500g (1.1 lb) pork shoulder, thinly sliced
• 3 stalks lemongrass, white parts only, finely minced 3 stalks lemongrass, white parts only, finely minced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Nutrition

• Calories: 280 kcal / 1170 KJ
• Fat: 15g (Saturated Fat: 4g)
• Carbohydrates: 8g (Sugar: 6g)
• Protein: 28g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the minced lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, and black pepper.
2. 2.
   Add the sliced pork to the marinade and mix well to ensure each piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
3. 3.
   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. 4.
   Thread the marinated pork slices onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
5. 5.
   Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the pork is cooked through and slightly charred.
6. 6.
   Remove from the grill and let the skewers rest for a few minutes before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Lemongrass — To easily mince lemongrass, remove the tough outer layers and finely chop the tender white parts. For a smoother texture, you can also blend the lemongrass with a little water before adding it to the marinade.

Tips & Tricks

• Soaking the bamboo skewers in water before grilling prevents them from burning.
• For an extra burst of flavor, brush the skewers with the remaining marinade while grilling.
• Serve the Grilled Lemongrass Pork Skewers with a side of steamed rice or vermicelli noodles for a complete meal.
• Customize the level of spiciness by adding chopped chili peppers to the marinade.
• If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the skewers on a stovetop grill pan or in the oven under the broiler.

Serving advice

Serve the Grilled Lemongrass Pork Skewers as a main course alongside a platter of fresh lettuce, herbs (such as mint, cilantro, and Thai basil), pickled carrots and daikon, and a bowl of nuoc cham dipping sauce. Allow guests to assemble their own lettuce wraps by placing a skewer on a lettuce leaf, adding herbs and pickled vegetables, and drizzling with the dipping sauce.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Grilled Lemongrass Pork Skewers on a platter, garnished with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro and a wedge of lime. Serve with the accompanying side dishes and dipping sauce for a visually appealing and appetizing presentation.