Thai BBQ pork salad

 

## Thai BBQ Pork Salad Recipe

This **Thai BBQ pork salad** combines tender pulled pork with fresh vegetables and a flavorful sauce, creating a delicious and satisfying dish. Here’s how to make it.

### Ingredients

#### For the Salad:

- **10 ounces pulled pork**

- **2 cups romaine lettuce**, chopped

- **¼ cup chopped cilantro**

- **¼ medium red bell pepper**, chopped

#### For the Sauce:

- **2 tablespoons tomato paste**

- **8 teaspoons soy sauce** (or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option)

- **1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter**

- **2 tablespoons chopped cilantro**

- **Juice and zest of ½ lime**

- **1 teaspoon five spice powder**

- **1 teaspoon red curry paste**

- **4 teaspoons rice wine vinegar**

- **¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes** (adjust for heat preference)

- **1 teaspoon fish sauce**

- **10 drops liquid stevia** (or to taste)

- **½ teaspoon mango extract** (optional)

### Instructions

1. **Prepare the Sauce**:

   - In a mixing bowl, combine the tomato paste, soy sauce, peanut butter, lime juice, five spice powder, red curry paste, rice wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, fish sauce, liquid stevia, and mango extract. Mix well until smooth.

2. **Chop Fresh Ingredients**:

   - Chop the cilantro and zest the lime. Add them to the sauce mixture and stir to combine.

3. **Prepare the Pulled Pork**:

   - If using pre-cooked pulled pork, shred it into bite-sized pieces. If cooking from scratch, season pork with salt and pepper and cook until tender.

4. **Assemble the Salad**:

   - In a large bowl or platter, layer the romaine lettuce, pulled pork, chopped cilantro, and red bell pepper. Drizzle with the prepared sauce.

5. **Serve**:

   - Toss gently to combine all ingredients with the sauce. Serve immediately as a refreshing main dish or side salad.

### Tips

- Feel free to add other vegetables like sliced cucumbers or carrots for extra crunch.

- Adjust the sweetness of the sauce by modifying the amount of liquid stevia based on your taste preference.

Enjoy your flavorful Thai BBQ pork salad as a delightful meal that’s both healthy and satisfying!

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