Suon Nuong (Grilled Pork Chops)
Vietnamese grilled pork chops marinated in garlic, lemongrass, and fish sauce, then charred until caramelized. A showstopping dinner with minimal active cooking time.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mince garlic, lemongrass (white part only), and shallot very fine.
Step 2
Whisk garlic, lemongrass, shallot, fish sauce, honey, lime juice, and pepper in a bowl.
Step 3
Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Season all sides with salt.
Step 4
Place chops in a shallow dish. Pour marinade over, turning to coat all sides.
Step 5
Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes. Remove 10 minutes before grilling.
Step 6
Heat grill to medium-high (about 450°F). Lightly oil the grates.
Step 7
Brush chops with olive oil. Remove excess marinade with tongs.
Step 8
Grill chops 4–5 minutes per side without moving. Meat should pull back from bone slightly.
Step 9
Transfer to a plate. Rest 3–5 minutes; juices will redistribute.
Step 10
Squeeze lime juice over chops. Scatter cilantro on top.
Step 11
Serve immediately with lime wedges and steamed rice on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- sharp knife
- cutting board
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- shallow dish or zip-top bag
- paper towels
- tongs
- charcoal grill or gas grill
- grill brush
- instant-read meat thermometer (optional but recommended)
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