Pork and Lemongrass Skewers

Name: Pork and Lemongrass Skewers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 500 g ground pork; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds; ¼ cup fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped; ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped; ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; Sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste; 4 stalks lemongrass, white and pale green parts only, trimmed and finely minced; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 cup (80 g) bean sprouts; 100 g snow peas, blanched and chopped; 100 g baby spinach leaves; Sweet chilli sauce for serving

Recipe GLPRe134f6ba4f495e

Asian

Appetizer

32 min

321 cal

Servings: 6

Grill

SNAP eligible

Fragrant grilled skewers of pork mince infused with lemongrass, fresh herbs, and ginger. Served with a bed of crisp vegetables and vibrant bean sprouts, these Southeast Asian–inspired kebabs are naturally low-carb and perfect for a light, protein-rich meal.

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Ingredients

500 g ground pork

1 tablespoon sesame seeds

¼ cup fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped

¼ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

¼ cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped

1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

Sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste

4 stalks lemongrass, white and pale green parts only, trimmed and finely minced

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 cup (80 g) bean sprouts

100 g snow peas, blanched and chopped

100 g baby spinach leaves

Sweet chilli sauce for serving

Directions

Soak 12 wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent charring during grilling.
In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, minced lemongrass, grated ginger, sesame seeds, coriander, mint, and basil. Season generously with salt and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined; do not overwork the mixture.
Divide the pork mixture into 12 equal portions. Mold each portion firmly around a soaked skewer, forming an elongated cylinder about 4 inches long, leaving 2 inches of skewer exposed at each end for handling.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates lightly with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for 10–12 minutes, turning every 2–3 minutes for even browning and to ensure the meat cooks through evenly. The skewers are done when the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
While the skewers cook, arrange the baby spinach on a serving platter. Top with the bean sprouts and blanched snow peas, creating a light vegetable bed.
Transfer the cooked skewers to the platter, arranging them over the vegetables. Drizzle sweet chilli sauce over the skewers and vegetables, or serve the sauce on the side for dipping.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff3.75

Lemongrass is the gate-keeper here: Harris Teeter and Kroger carry it year-round in their produce sections, but you'll need to plan the shop accordingly or risk a second stop. The pork, sesame seeds, coriander, and basic vegetables are readily available at any major Charlotte chain, and at current pork prices (around $5–7 per pound) the cost per serving lands around $3–4. The 32-minute stated time is honest for cooking but buries the fact that skewers need soaking (at least 30 minutes if wooden, or prep time if metal), so add half an hour if you're not prepped. This is a weeknight meal that keeps the stovetop hot and asks for attention while grilling or pan-searing, and leftovers reheat decently but taste best fresh—it's not a make-ahead dish. The recipe suits households that enjoy a bit of precision and quick, high-heat cooking.