Pork cutlets with cantaloupe salad
Indulge in the perfect blend of flavors with this tantalizing pork cutlets paired with refreshing cantaloupe salad. A culinary masterpiece awaits!
Ingredients:
- 4 (1/2-inch–thick) pork cutlets
- Kosher salt
- 1 cup coarsely grated cantaloupe, plus 2 cups thinly sliced (divided)
- 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 red chile, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- Crushed salted, roasted peanuts (for serving)
Instructions:
- Use a fork to pierce pork cutlets all over; sprinkle with salt. Place them in a large sealable plastic bag; add coarsely grated cantaloupe, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, and oil. Seal the bag and shake well to ensure the meat is coated; refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Take the pork out of the marinade and grill, turning occasionally, until it is browned and fully cooked, which should take around 4 minutes; then move it to a serving dish.
- Mix scallions, chile, thinly sliced cantaloupe, cilantro, fish sauce, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of lime juice together. Place this salad on top of the pork; sprinkle with peanuts.
Summary:
- Calories: 1454 kcal
- Fat: 101 g
- Protein: 105 g
- Carbs: 33 g
- Potassium: 2800 mg
- Magnesium: 258 mg