Lemongrass Pork Kebabs Recipe

Name: Lemongrass Pork Kebabs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 bamboo skewers; 2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed and coarsely chopped; ½ teaspoon ground turmeric; 2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped; 2 ½ tablespoons fish sauce; 2 teaspoons caster sugar; 1 ½ tablespoons peanut oil, plus; extra peanut oil, for cooking; fresh ground black pepper, to taste; 750 g pork fillets, trimmed, cut into 3 cm pieces (an inch and a bit); 400 g dried rice noodles, cooked and drained, following packet instructions; chili sauce, to serve

Servings: persons

12 bamboo skewers
2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed and coarsely chopped
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 ½ tablespoons fish sauce
2 teaspoons caster sugar
1 ½ tablespoons peanut oil, plus
extra peanut oil, for cooking
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
750 g pork fillets, trimmed, cut into 3 cm pieces (an inch and a bit)
400 g dried rice noodles, cooked and drained, following packet instructions
chili sauce, to serve

1
Place the skewers in a bowl, cover with water and soak for 30 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, process the lemongrass, turmeric, garlic, fish sauce, sugar oil and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper until the mixture has the consistency of a paste.
3
Place the paste and the pork in a bowl and stir until all the pork pieces are well-coated with the paste.
4
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
5
Pre-heat a BBQ or chargrill on a medium-high heat.
6
Thread 3 pieces of pork onto each skewer, lightly brush with oil and, turning often, cook for 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through.
7
Divide the noodles among the individual serving bowls, top with the kebabs, and serve with the chilli sauce, and a green salad, or with a platter of salad greens, pineapple pieces, roasted peanuts and lime wedges.

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* 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.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 bamboo skewers, 2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed and coarsely chopped, ½ teaspoon ground turmeric, 2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Lemongrass Pork Kebabs falls under the Seafood 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!

Lemongrass Pork Kebabs

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Variations & substitutions

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