Vietnamese Pork Chop

 

Vietnamese Pork Chop

This Vietnamese pork chop recipe incorporates classic Vietnamese flavors, marinated in a fragrant lemongrass marinade and then grilled to perfection, allowing you to enjoy authentic Vietnamese cuisine at home.

Ingredients:

Main Ingredients:

4 pork chops, each about 250g to 300g (8oz to 10oz)

Marinade:

1 tsp chili paste (if using Sriracha chili paste or chili paste), or 1 bird's eye chili, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp fish sauce

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 1/2 tbsp brown sugar

1 lemongrass, white part only, crushed and cut into 1cm/0.5-inch pieces

Cooking Oil:

1 tbsp vegetable oil or peanut oil

Instructions:

Prepare the marinade:

Place all marinade ingredients in a zip-lock bag and rub the bag to mix thoroughly.

Marinate the pork chops:

Place the pork chops into the marinade bag and rub the bag again to ensure each pork chop is evenly coated with marinade.

Marinate for at least 4 hours, up to 24 hours.

Preparation before cooking: Before grilling, remove the pork chops from the marinade and drain off excess marinade.

Grilling the pork chops: Brush oil on an outdoor grill and preheat to medium-high heat.

Place the pork chops on the grill and grill for 2 minutes per side, or adjust the time according to the thickness of the chops, ensuring they are cooked through.

Once grilled, transfer the pork chops to a plate, loosely cover with aluminum foil, and let rest for 5 minutes.

Tips:

Lemongrass is a key ingredient in this dish, providing a unique Vietnamese flavor; it is not recommended to substitute other ingredients.

The longer the marinating time, the more flavorful the pork chops will be.

Flip the chops frequently while grilling to prevent burning.

Letting the pork chops rest helps lock in the juices, resulting in a more tender texture.

This Vietnamese pork chop is perfect for outdoor barbecue parties. Enjoy an authentic Vietnamese meal with a simple Asian-style salad or coconut rice!