Crispy Thai Pork Bites with Sticky Sweet Chili Sauce

Name: Crispy Thai Pork Bites with Sticky Sweet Chili Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 600 g pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 tbsp fish sauce; 1 1/2 tbsp cornflour / cornstarch (for marinade); 1 cup neutral flavoured oil; 1/2 cup sweet chilli sauce; 1 1/2 tbsp lime juice; 2 clove garlic, minced; 1 handful fresh coriander leaves; 4 pieces lime wedges; 2 cups jasmine rice, for serving

These bite-sized pork tenderloin pieces are double-coated for maximum crunch and tossed in a vibrant, zesty sweet chili glaze. A perfect 20-minute meal that brings the bold, authentic flavors of Thai street food right to your dinner table.

Servings4 Portions

Prep Time10 Mins

Cook Time10 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
600 g
fish sauce
1 tbsp
cornflour / cornstarch (for marinade)
0.5 tbsp
neutral flavoured oil
1 cup
sweet chilli sauce
0.5 cup
lime juice
0.5 tbsp
garlic, minced
2 clove
fresh coriander leaves
1 handful
lime wedges
4 pieces
jasmine rice, for serving
2 cups

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a medium bowl, toss the pork tenderloin pieces with the fish sauce and 1 1/2 tablespoons of cornflour until the meat is evenly coated and feels slightly sticky.

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cornflour over the pork. Use your fingers to toss and separate any pieces that are stuck together. Lightly squeeze small handfuls of pork to ensure the coating adheres firmly.

Place the coated pork into a colander and give it a gentle shake to remove any excess cornflour; this ensures the oil stays clean and the coating remains light.

Heat about 0.5 cm (0.2") of neutral oil in a large non-stick pan over high heat. Test the temperature by dipping a piece of pork in; it should sizzle immediately.

Fry the pork in two batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook the first side undisturbed for 1 minute until golden, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until crisp. Be careful not to overcook, as tenderloin is very lean.