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Place pork in a food processor and using an on/off motion, process until it is ground.
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Alternatively, chop pork with a sharp knife.
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Set aside.
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In a heavy, medium-sized saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat.
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Add garlic and stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, or until browned.
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Add shallots, chilies, dried shrimp or shrimp paste and lemon grass and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
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Add the pork and stir-fry for about 1 minute, or until browned.
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Add tomatoes, stock or water, fish sauce and sugar and increase the heat to high.
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Cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes, or until the mixture boils vigorously.
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Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
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Serve with sticky rice.
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Serves 4 as a main dish or 6 in combination with other dishes.
