Asian Pork Salad Recipe

Name: Asian Pork Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pork tenderloin, trimmed (about 2 pounds); vegetable oil, for oiling grill; Spicy Hoisin Marinade; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar; 2 tablespoons sherry wine; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice; 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 2 tablespoons peeled and grated fresh ginger; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 scallions, white and green parts,thinly sliced,plus more for garnish; 1 tablespoon dry mustard; 1 teaspoon crumbled dried chilies or 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 orange, zest of; Ginger Dressing; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons peeled and grated fresh ginger; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; SALAD; 2 cups fresh cilantro leaves; 2 cups fresh mint leaves; 1 bunch scallion, white and light green parts only,thinly sliced on the diagonal; 1 cup mung bean sprouts; 1 cup julienned carrot; 2 red bell peppers, seeds and ribs removed,julienned; 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped

Servings: persons

2 pork tenderloin, trimmed (about 2 pounds)
vegetable oil, for oiling grill
Spicy Hoisin Marinade
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons sherry wine
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons peeled and grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 scallions, white and green parts,thinly sliced,plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon crumbled dried chilies or 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 orange, zest of
Ginger Dressing
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons peeled and grated fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
SALAD
2 cups fresh cilantro leaves
2 cups fresh mint leaves
1 bunch scallion, white and light green parts only,thinly sliced on the diagonal
1 cup mung bean sprouts
1 cup julienned carrot
2 red bell peppers, seeds and ribs removed,julienned
1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped

1
Marinade: Mix all ingredients together in a nonreactive bowl.
2
Ginger Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, sugar, and chile pepper.
3
Store, refrigerated, in an airtight container, for up to 3 days.
4
Arrange pork loins in a non-reactive dish with spicy hoisin marinade.
5
Cover and marinate, turning occasionally, refrigerated, for at least 8 hours or overnight.
6
Preheat grill to high.
7
Allow pork to return to room temperature before cooking, about 30 minutes.
8
Remove pork from marinade, reserving 1/2 cup.
9
Oil grill.
10
Grill pork, turning and occasionally brushing with marinade, until pork is cooked medium rare, about 15-20 minutes.
11
Remove from grill, and allow meat to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
12
In a large bowl combine cilantro, mint, scallions, sprouts, carrots, and peppers.
13
Add ginger dressing, and toss to combine.
14
Slice pork crosswise 1/4-inch-thick.
15
Arrange pork and salad on a platter.
16
Garnish with roasted peanuts.

386

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 30 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pork tenderloin, trimmed (about 2 pounds), vegetable oil, for oiling grill, Spicy Hoisin Marinade, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Asian Pork Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Asian Pork Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions