Meal Kit

Thai Ginger-Garlic Grilled Pork Chops

With Kaffir Lime and Cucumber Relish

Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Mild

Cook Within: 6 days

Contains: Soy

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    Under 35g carbs
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You know limes, but do you know their bumpy, slightly astringent cousin, the Kaffir Lime? Well, prepare to become deliciously acquainted via this dish that features juicy bone-in pork chops with aromatic Kaffir lime leaves and crave-worthy Thai flavors. Cooled down with a sweet cucumber relish, your taste buds will be so occupied feeling awesome that you'll scarcely realize that this dish is both low-calorie and low-carb.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 16 oz. Bone-in Pork Chop
  • 1 English Cucumber
  • 1 Red Onion
  • 1 oz. Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. Sambal
  • 4 Cilantro Sprigs
  • Info
    ⅓ fl. oz. Soy Sauce - Gluten-Free
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 tsp. Chopped Ginger
  • 1 tsp. Ground Kaffir Lime Leaves
  • 2 fl. oz. Rice Vinegar
Contains: Sulfites
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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    410
  • Carbohydrates
    28g
  • Net Carbs
    25g
  • Fat
    9g
  • Protein
    53g
  • Sodium
    530mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Cooking Spray
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F
  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Throughly rinse produce and pat dry. Mince garlic Using a vegetable peeler, peel cucumber. Slice cucumber into ¼" rounds. Thinly julienne red onion (cut into thin strips). Stem and roughly chop cilantro. Rinse pork chops and pat dry.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chops

    In a clean mixing bowl, combine the ground Kaffir lime leaves to taste (this can be a bit aromatic for some people), half the garlic, ginger, soy sauce, 2 tsp. olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Season the chops with a pinch of salt and pepper and then rub them with the marinade. Allow to sit for 10-15 minutes before cooking.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Relish

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the remaining garlic, rice vinegar, brown sugar, Sambal to taste (reserving a bit for plating), cilantro (reserving a pinch for garnish), red onion, and cucumber slices. Mix well. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place in refrigerator for 10 minutes to chill before serving.

  4. 4

    Cook the Chops

    Heat an outdoor grill, grill pan, or medium pan over medium-high heat and spray surface with cooking spray to prevent sticking.Place the chops on the grill and cook on each side for 5-6 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch and internal temperature reaches 145 degrees. Let rest for five minutes.

  5. 5

    Plate the Dish

    Compose a pile of cucumber relish on a plate. Rest a pork chop against the relish. Garnish with remaining Sambal and cilantro.

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