Vietnamese Grilled Pork

Step 1

Cut the pork shoulder into 2-3 inch pieces, about 1/4 inch thick. Set aside in a large mixing bowl or Ziploc bag.

Step 2

In a blender or food processor, add the remaining ingredients (lemongrass, shallots, garlic, brown sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, and vegetable oil). Mix for 1 minute until blended and smooth.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the pork and toss well to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic cling wrap (or seal the ziploc bag). Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for the best results).

Step 4

Preheat grill over medium high to 450F, about 6-8 minutes. Place the marinated pork spaced evenly apart on the grill and grill for 5-7 minutes on each side until nicely charred. The internal temperature for the pork should reach 150F as read on a meat thermometer.

Step 5

Let the pork rest at room temperature for 5 minutes and serve.

Step 6

You can also bake the pork in a 425F preheated oven for 16-18 minutes until golden brown, and the internal temperature for the pork reaches 150 F as read a meat thermometer. Optionally, turn the broiler on HI and broil for another 2-3 minutes until nicely charred on the edges. Keep a close eye on it though as things can burn quickly in the broiler.

Step 7

Let the pork rest at room temperature for 5 minutes, then serve.