Moo Tod Kratiem Garlic Fried Pork

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Moo Tod Kratiem Garlic Fried Pork, plated and ready to serve

Moo Tod Kratiem is comfort food elevated to an art form — pork fried with so much garlic that the two become inseparable, the garlic crispy and golden, the pork tender within a garlicky crust. It is the kind of simple dish that appears deceptively modest yet delivers an intensity of flavour that far exceeds its humble ingredients.

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Ingredients for Moo Tod Kratiem Garlic Fried Pork

Moo Tod Kratiem Garlic Fried Pork

Tender pork slices fried with generous amounts of garlic until golden and fragrant — one of Thailand's most comforting and simple dishes.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 360kcal

Ingredients

  • 500 g pork loin or neck thinly sliced
  • 12 garlic cloves roughly pounded
  • 2 tbsp coriander root pounded
  • 2 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil
  • Coriander and sliced chili to serve
  • Cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables to serve

Instructions

  • Pound garlic and coriander root to a rough paste.
  • Mix with pork slices, coconut aminos, fish sauce, and white pepper. Marinate 30 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a wok or pan over medium-high.
  • Add pork and marinade. Spread flat, leave 2 minutes before turning.
  • Continue frying until the pork is golden and the garlic is crispy, about 8 minutes total.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander and chili slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 360kcal | Protein: 34g | Fat: 22g | Fiber: 0.5g
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Health Benefits

  • Garlic provides allicin, a compound studied for its potential cholesterol-lowering properties.
  • Pork loin provides complete protein with all essential amino acids.
  • Coriander root is traditionally used to support digestion.

Pairs Well With

  • Cauliflower Khao Pad Thai Fried Rice
  • Jicama Som Tam Green Papaya Style Salad
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