Description
Ginger Lime Pork with Coconut Rice is a vibrant, tropical dish that combines the savory flavors of marinated pork with creamy coconut rice. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, this recipe is quick to prepare and guarantees to impress your guests. The zesty ginger and lime uplift the tender pork, while the fluffy coconut rice serves as a delightful base.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 2 tbsp fresh grated ginger
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together ginger, lime juice, garlic, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate the pork tenderloin in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine rice with coconut milk and water; bring to a boil and then simmer covered for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Sear the marinated pork in a heated skillet with oil for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer seared pork to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and roast for 15-20 minutes or grill until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Let pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve over coconut rice with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Oven cooking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg