Description
Ginger Lime Pork with Coconut Rice is a vibrant dish that delivers the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors. Tender marinated pork, infused with fresh ginger and zesty lime, sits atop creamy coconut jasmine rice. This recipe not only impresses your guests but also makes for an easy weeknight dinner option. With its aromatic appeal and delightful taste, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing ginger, lime juice, honey, and soy sauce in a bowl.
- Slice the pork tenderloin into 1-inch medallions and marinate in the mixture for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water; combine with coconut milk and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork medallions for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add reserved marinade to the skillet and cook until thickened.
- Fluff coconut rice with a fork and serve alongside pork drizzled with glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet/Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (250g)
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg