Spicy pork salad with fresh herbs and citrus.
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Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
Estimated total cost: €15.20 · €2.53/serving
- 4 dried fiery red Thai chiles, to your preferred level of spiciness (adjust according to your heat tolerance)Est. price €0.20–€0.40
- 1 tsp. whole aromatic black peppercorns (lightly crush them for a more intense flavor)Est. price €0.08–€0.15
- 1 tsp. fragrant coriander seedsEst. price €0.06–€0.12
- 2 pieces exotic star aniseEst. price €0.25–€0.45
- 1 tsp. zesty Sichuan peppercornsEst. price €0.15–€0.30
- 1 tsp. whole pungent clovesEst. price €0.10–€0.20
- 2 cinnamon sticks, fractured into smaller piecesEst. price €0.30–€0.60
- 5 pieces dried dee plee peppers, also known as Indian long peppers or Indonesian long peppersEst. price €0.35–€0.70
- 1 whole nutmeg, for a warm and earthy essenceEst. price €1.50–€3.00
- 1 tsp. aromatic cardamom podsEst. price €0.25–€0.50
Steps
- 1In a medium sauté pan over medium-low heat, toast dried red Thai chiles, whole black peppercorns, coriander seeds, star anise, Sichuan peppercorns, whole cloves, broken cinnamon sticks, dried dee plee peppers, whole nutmeg, and cardamom pods until fragrant for about 2 to 3 minutes. Once toasted, transfer the spices to a mortar and pestle and allow them to cool down completely. Incorporate salt into the mixture and grind everything together into a fine powder using a pestle. If you don't have a mortar and pestle on hand, you can opt for a spice grinder as an alternative. This will yield approximately ½ cup of laab chile seasoning that can be stored in an airtight container for up to one month.
- 2Take a large bowl and mix the ground pork and liver with the laab chile until they are just combined. Set the mixture aside for later use.
Cultural note
The Spicy Pork Herb Citrus Salad is a traditional Thai dish known for its bold flavors and aromatic ingredients. It showcases the intricate balance of spicy, citrusy, and herbaceous elements that are characteristic of Thai cuisine.
Seasonal note
This Spicy Pork Herb Citrus Salad is best enjoyed in the summer when fresh herbs and citrus ingredients are abundant. The vibrant flavors and refreshing elements make it a perfect dish for warm weather.
Health note
This salad is a good source of protein from the pork and pork liver, while also providing essential vitamins like A and C from the herbs and citrus. However, it is high in fat and sodium, so it should be consumed in moderation.
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