Thomasina Miers brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand to your barbecue with these grilled pork skewers, paired with a refreshing mango, cucumber, and mint salad. Perfect for a summer cookout, the dish balances savory, sweet, and tangy notes.
The pork is marinated in a blend of fish sauce, garlic, coriander root, and palm sugar, then threaded onto skewers and grilled over charcoal or a grill pan until charred and juicy. The accompanying salad combines ripe mango, crisp cucumber, fresh mint, and a zesty lime dressing, offering a cool contrast to the warm meat.
Miers emphasizes the importance of high heat for the skewers to achieve a caramelized exterior while keeping the inside tender. She suggests serving with sticky rice to soak up the flavors.
This recipe is ideal for entertaining, as the skewers can be prepared in advance and grilled just before serving.