Zesty Ginger Lime Pork with Creamy Coconut Rice
Indulge your taste buds with Zesty Ginger Lime Pork paired with Creamy Coconut Rice. This delightful dish features tender pork marinated in a vibrant ginger-lime blend, grilled to perfection, and served over rich coconut rice. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, it encapsulates the essence of summer barbecues in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Searing
- Cuisine: Tropical/Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Marinate the pork by mixing grated ginger, minced garlic, lime juice, soy sauce, and honey. Place the pork in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for maximum flavor.
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine rinsed rice with coconut milk and equal parts water (1 cup each). Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice absorbs all liquid. Let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove pork from marinade and discard excess marinade. Grill or sear for about 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F).
- Let pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing into medallions. Serve sliced pork over coconut rice and drizzle with remaining juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz pork with 1/2 cup rice
- Calories: 382
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 585mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg