Thai Grilled Pork Salad (Nam Tok Moo)
Smoky grilled pork slices tossed in zesty Thai dressing with fresh herbs. High protein Isaan favorite with bold flavors.
🔥280 Calories
💪30g Protein
⏱️30 min
👨🍳Medium
Ingredients
- 1300 g Pork shoulder
- 23 pieces Shallots, sliced
- 33 stalks Green onion, sliced
- 42 stalks Cilantro, chopped
- 51/2 cup Mint leaves
- 63 tbsp Fish sauce
- 73 tbsp Lime juice
- 82 tbsp Toasted chili flakes
- 92 tbsp Toasted rice powder
Instructions
- 1
Grill pork shoulder over charcoal or in a grill pan until cooked
- 2
Let pork rest briefly, then slice thinly against the grain
- 3
Mix fish sauce, lime juice, and chili flakes in a bowl
- 4
Add sliced pork and toss to coat while still warm
- 5
Add shallots, green onion, cilantro, and toasted rice powder
- 6
Top with mint leaves, serve with fresh vegetables and sticky rice
💡Tips
- •Grill on medium heat to prevent burning
- •Slice against the grain for tender meat
- •Add dressing while pork is warm for better absorption
- •Add fresh chilies for extra heat
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in Nam Tok?
One serving of Nam Tok Moo has about 280 calories with 30g of protein.
What's the difference between Nam Tok and Laab?
Nam Tok uses grilled sliced meat, Laab uses cooked minced meat. Similar flavoring but different textures.