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Khao Moo Daeng — Thai Red Pork & Rice Bowl

Tender pork simmered in a garlicky soy-based glaze until burnished and sweet, served over rice with pickled greens and fresh vegetables. The whole plate comes together in 20 minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
620
Protein
42g
Khao Moo Daeng — Thai Red Pork & Rice Bowl
comfortsatisfyingthaiporktenderjuicyMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Start rice in a separate pot with 2 cups water; bring to boil, then reduce to low and cover for 15 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    While rice cooks, heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, ~1 minute.

  3. Step 3

    Add pork in a single layer. Let sit 2 minutes without stirring until edges brown, then stir and cook 5 more minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Add garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and 0.5 cup water. Stir, then simmer uncovered 6–8 minutes until pork is tender and sauce glazes the meat.

  5. Step 5

    Divide rice into bowls. Top with glazed pork and serve with pickled greens, shredded carrots, steamed greens, and bamboo shoots on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet with lid
  • medium pot with lid
  • wooden spoon
  • knife and cutting board

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