Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsHat YaiSouthern Thai Ground Pork Recipe

Southern Thai Ground Pork Recipe

Inspired by Hat Yai
Time30m
Serves4

THAI SPICY! Stir-fry with curry paste, lemongrass, kaffir lime

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare Ingredients

    Finely chop the lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves. Mince the garlic and thinly slice the shallots.

  2. 2

    Cook Aromatics

    In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sliced shallots, and stir-fry until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add Ground Pork

    Add the ground pork to the skillet. Stir-fry until browned and cooked through.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Curry Paste

    Stir in the Thai red curry paste, chopped lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, mixing well.

  5. 5

    Season the Dish

    Pour in the fish sauce and sprinkle the sugar over the mixture. Stir to combine, and cook for another minute.

  6. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Serve hot with rice or noodles.

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