Cambodian Style Ground Pork Recipe

Name: Cambodian Style Ground Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs ground pork; 8 anchovy fillets, finely chopped; 2 1/4 teaspoons sweet paprika; 3/4 teaspoon pure chile powder; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1 1/4 cups coconut milk; 1 medium jicama, peeled and coarsely grated; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 12 flour tortillas; Toppings; 1 small eggplant, cut into very thin,1 & 1/2 inch long strips; 1/2 small green cucumber, peeled and coarsely grated; 5 pickling cucumbers, peeled and coarsely grated; 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves

Servings: persons

2 1/2 lbs ground pork
8 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
2 1/4 teaspoons sweet paprika
3/4 teaspoon pure chile powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 1/4 cups coconut milk
1 medium jicama, peeled and coarsely grated
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
12 flour tortillas
Toppings
1 small eggplant, cut into very thin,1 & 1/2 inch long strips
1/2 small green cucumber, peeled and coarsely grated
5 pickling cucumbers, peeled and coarsely grated
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves

1
Place the pork, anchovies, paprika.
2
chili powder and cayenne in a large ungreased frying pan.
3
Cook over medium high heat.
4
Stirring occasionally to break up the chunks of meat about 5 minutes until the pork is browned.
5
Add the coconut milk and cook until almost all the liquid evaporates, about 10 minutes.
6
Mix the jicama and the lime juice to assemble.
7
Spread about 1/3 cup of the pork filling in the center of a tortilla.
8
Top with the jicama, eggplant, cabbage, cucumbers, and mint.
9
Fold and serve.

1918

kcal

Calories

Fat

240

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 lbs ground pork, 8 anchovy fillets, finely chopped, 2 1/4 teaspoons sweet paprika, 3/4 teaspoon pure chile powder, and more.

Yes, Cambodian Style Ground Pork falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cambodian Style Ground Pork

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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