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Spicy Minced Pork Salad

45 min
430 kcal
4 servings

By eatmundo · August 3, 2026

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A vibrant and zesty salad from the Isan region featuring succulent pork tossed with aromatic herbs and a tangy dressing. It balances spice, sourness, and saltiness in every single bite.

According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Spicy Minced Pork Salad from another cuisine is Clear Noodle Soup (Vietnam): the two share 47% of their ingredients.

Ingredients

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How to Make It

  • 1

    Place 500g of minced pork in a wok with 2 tablespoons of water over medium heat and stir until fully cooked, about 5 minutes.

  • 2

    Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the heat and transfer to a large mixing bowl to cool slightly.

  • 3

    Finely slice 50g of shallots and 40g of ginger into matchsticks to ensure even texture throughout the salad.

  • 4

    Add the shallots, ginger, 30g of dried shrimp, and 10g of chopped bird's eye chilies to the pork bowl.

  • 5

    In a small bowl, whisk together 60ml of lime juice and 45ml of fish sauce until the saltiness dissolves into the citrus.

  • 6

    Pour the dressing over the pork mixture and toss gently with a large spoon to combine all the vibrant flavors.

  • 7

    Add 50g of roasted peanuts to provide a delightful crunch and extra nutty depth to the dish.

  • 8

    Serve immediately while the pork is warm to enjoy the full complexity of the aromatic herbs and lime juice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spicy Minced Pork Salad?

Spicy Minced Pork Salad is a Thai appetizer primarily composed of minced pork, dried shrimp, shallots, ginger, peanuts, and chili, seasoned with lime juice and fish sauce. It is typically served as a starter or part of a shared meal.

Can I replace dried shrimp?

You can omit them, but they add a necessary savory umami depth characteristic of Isan cooking.

How spicy should this be?

Adjust the bird's eye chilies to your preference; the recipe uses 10g of chopped chilies.

Is this served hot or cold?

It is traditionally served at room temperature or slightly warm, never chilled.

What should I serve this with?

It pairs beautifully with warm sticky rice and raw cabbage wedges to temper the heat.

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Clear Noodle Soup
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