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Close-up of seared golden pork cubes coated in a glossy ginger lime glaze with red chili rounds and lime zest. (Ginger Lime Pork)

Ginger Lime Pork with Fluffy Coconut Rice and Glossy Zesty Glaze

This Ginger Lime Pork features golden seared pork cubes coated in a glossy, translucent amber ginger-lime glaze, served over fluffy white coconut rice. A vibrant, 30-minute weeknight dinner that is as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired, Fusion
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Pork Tenderloin cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp Neutral Oil Avocado or vegetable oil
  • 0.5 tsp Sea Salt
  • 3 tbsp Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp Honey or agave nectar
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger finely grated
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce light or low sodium
  • 1.5 cups Jasmine Rice rinsed
  • 1 can Full-Fat Coconut Milk 400ml
  • 0.5 cup Water 120ml
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro leaves for garnish
  • 1 whole Red Chili thinly sliced
  • 1 whole Lime cut into wedges and zested

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet Preferably cast iron or heavy-bottomed for searing.
  • 1 Medium Pot For cooking the coconut rice.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine rinsed jasmine rice, coconut milk, and water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  2. Pat pork cubes dry and season with salt. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear pork in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown with visible charred edges.
  3. Whisk lime juice, honey, ginger, and soy sauce. Pour into the skillet with the pork. Stir for 1-2 minutes until the sauce reduces into a glossy amber glaze.
  4. Serve the pork over the fluffy coconut rice. Garnish with cilantro, sliced red chilies, lime zest, and a lime wedge.

Notes

For a glossy finish, ensure the honey and lime juice reduce enough to coat the spoon.
Always use fresh ginger for the best aromatic heat.