Pan-Seared Pork Neck with Sweet Tamarind Glaze

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Tender pork neck slices pan-seared and finished with a tangy-sweet tamarind glaze, accented by garlic and fresh herbs. This Thai-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs pork neck slices, vegetable oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Thai cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb pork neck slices and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until nicely browned and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Remove pork from skillet and set aside on a plate. Reduce heat to medium and add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp fish sauce, and 3 tbsp water into the skillet. Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened and glossy.
  4. Step 4: Return the pork slices to the skillet, turning to coat them evenly in the tamarind glaze. Cook for 1-2 more minutes to let the flavors meld.
  5. Step 5: Transfer pork to a serving dish and garnish with 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves and 1 sliced red chili.
  6. Step 6: Serve with steamed jasmine rice or fresh vegetables.

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