20-Min Crispy Pork Babi Guling
Tender pork belly with a spiced turmeric-ginger paste, pan-fried until edges crisp and caramelize. Served with a quick chili-lime drizzle that hits garlicky, tangy, and hot.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 480
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat pork dry with paper towels. Mix turmeric, ginger, chiles, and lime zest in a small bowl.
Step 2
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 3
Add pork and brown on all sides, stirring occasionally and breaking up any clumps, 8–10 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in the turmeric paste and cook until fragrant, 60 seconds. Pour in coconut milk and fish sauce.
Step 5
Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring gently, until pork is tender and sauce coats the meat.
Step 6
Squeeze lime juice over the top. Serve hot with rice and extra chiles on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- cutting board
- knife
- small mixing bowl
- wooden spoon
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