Lao Larb with Minced Pork and Fresh Herbs
A vibrant minced pork salad with toasted rice powder, lime juice, and a medley of fresh herbs, representing Laos' bold and refreshing street food tradition. This Asian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Ground pork, Toasted rice powder, Lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz Ground pork
- 3 tbsp Toasted rice powder
- 3 tbsp Lime juice
- 2 tbsp Fish sauce
- 1/4 cup Green onions
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup Fresh mint
- 2 Chili
- 1/4 cup Peanuts
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz ground pork and cook until browned and crumbly (8-10 minutes). Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix 3 tbsp toasted rice powder, 3 tbsp lime juice, and 2 tbsp fish sauce. Add the cooked pork, 2 finely chopped chilies, and 1/4 cup each of chopped green onions, cilantro, and mint. Toss until well combined.
- Step 3: Serve chilled, garnished with 1/4 cup crushed peanuts and extra fresh herbs for a bright, aromatic finish.
