Thit Nuong [0000718]

Ingredients:

1 lb (450g) pork shoulder, thinly sliced
3 stalks lemongrass, outer layers removed and finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons gluten-free fish sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Rice vermicelli noodles, for serving
Lettuce, fresh herbs, and bean sprouts, for serving
Crushed peanuts, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

In a bowl, combine the finely chopped lemongrass, minced garlic, fish sauce, sugar, vegetable oil, and black pepper to create the marinade.

Add the thinly sliced pork to the marinade, making sure each slice is coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or longer for better flavor.

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated pork slices onto skewers or place them directly on the grill.

Grill the pork for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until it's cooked through and slightly charred.

While the pork is grilling, prepare rice vermicelli noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Serve the grilled lemongrass pork over a bed of rice vermicelli noodles, along with lettuce, fresh herbs, and bean sprouts.

Garnish with crushed peanuts, if desired.

Thit Nuong, or Vietnamese Grilled Lemongrass Pork, is a flavorful and aromatic dish that's often enjoyed as a main course or as part of a noodle bowl. It showcases the delicious combination of tender pork with the citrusy notes of lemongrass.