Best 6 Spicy Thai Pork Tenderloin Salad Recipes

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Are you craving a flavorful and spicy dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than our specially curated guide to the best spicy Thai pork tenderloin salad recipes. This tantalizing dish combines the bold and aromatic flavors of Thai cuisine with the tender and juicy texture of pork tenderloin, creating a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving more. From quick and easy weeknight dinners to impressive party appetizers, our selection of recipes caters to various skill levels and occasions. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we reveal the secrets to creating the perfect spicy Thai pork tenderloin salad that will ignite your taste buds and leave you wanting seconds.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY THAI PORK TENDERLOIN SALAD



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There are a lot of ingredients in this bright and bold-tasting pork salad recipe; they add up to a vibrant dish you can serve warm or at room temperature to a spice-loving crowd. Lean pork tenderloin is marinated with chiles, ginger root and cilantro, grilled or broiled, then combined with cabbage, fresh herbs and nuts and coconut for richness. A bit of reserved marinade serves as the dressing. The recipe makes a large batch; you can halve it or make the whole thing and enjoy the leftovers.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, main course

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 1/2 pounds boneless pork tenderloin (usually 2 tenderloins)
2/3 cup thinly sliced shallots (about 4 shallots)
2/3 cup chopped cilantro leaves and tender stems
5 tablespoons light brown sugar
6 garlic cloves, grated
5 tablespoons soy sauce
5 tablespoons peanut or grapeseed oil
Juice and zest of 4 limes
3-inch piece peeled ginger root, grated
2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
1 to 2 Thai bird, serrano or jalapeño chile peppers, seeded and minced
8 cups Napa or regular cabbage, thinly sliced
5 whole scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 small Kirby or Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups cilantro leaves
1 1/2 cups mint leaves
1 cup basil leaves
1 1/4 cups roasted cashews or peanuts, toasted and chopped
1/4 cup unsweetened coconut chips or large flakes, toasted

Steps:

  • Pat pork dry with paper towel. In a bowl, combine shallot, cilantro, 2 tablespoons of the sugar, garlic, soy sauce, peanut or grapeseed oil, lime zest and juice, ginger, fish sauce, salt and chile. Pour a quarter of the mixture into a blender, add remaining sugar and purée until a smooth, loose paste forms. (Save the unblended mixture to use as dressing.)
  • Place tenderloin in a large bowl and spread the paste all over pork. Marinate at room temperature for 2 hours, or cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours; turn the tenderloin occasionally.
  • Light the grill or heat the broiler and arrange a rack at least 4 inches from the heat. Grill or broil pork, turning occasionally, until well browned and meat reaches an internal temperature of 135 degrees, 4 to 10 minutes per side depending upon the heat of your broiler or grill. Keep an eye on it so it doesn't overcook. Let meat rest while you prepare the salad. (Or, cook the pork 1 or 2 hours ahead and serve it at room temperature.)
  • In a large bowl, combine the salad ingredients, reserving the herbs, cashews and coconut. Whisk the dressing and use just enough to dress the salad, tossing to combine. Let sit for a few minutes for the flavors to meld, then right before serving, add herbs and toss again.
  • To serve, slice the pork. Arrange salad on a platter and top with sliced pork. Scatter cashews and coconut on top, drizzle with a little more of the remaining dressing, to taste.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 412, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 26 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 981 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH SPICY CHILE-COCONUT TOMATO SALAD



Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Spicy Chile-Coconut Tomato Salad image

Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 pork tenderloins, 1 1/2 to 2-pounds total
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 lemongrass stalk, white part only, chopped into small pieces
1 fresh red jalapeno, cut into rounds
1 (14-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
1 teaspoon sugar
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon fish sauce (recommended: Nam pla)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Stems from 1/4 bunch fresh cilantro
Chile-Coconut Tomato Salad, recipe follows
1 1/2 cups shredded, unsweetened coconut
2 pounds fresh heirloom tomatoes, cut into big chunks (variety of colors purple, yellow, bright red)
1/2 small red onion, slivered
1 fresh red jalapeno, thinly sliced
Leaves from 1/4 bunch fresh cilantro
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Handful fresh mint leaves
Extra-virgin olive oil
2 scallions, trimmed and chopped

Steps:

  • Put the pork on a platter and sprinkle all over with salt and pepper. Add the olive oil and lime juice and turn to coat the pork with the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside in the refrigerator.
  • For the Chile-Coconut Sauce:
  • Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the ginger, garlic, lemongrass and chile and cook to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the coconut milk, and sugar and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the lime juice and season with fish sauce, and salt and pepper. Cool to room temperature. Add cilantro stems and puree using an immersion blender or blender.
  • Preheat an outdoor gas or charcoal grill. Blot some oil onto a thick square of paper towel and then carefully and quickly wipe the hot grates of the grill to make a non-stick surface. Put the pork on the grill and cook, turning to brown all sides, until crusty on the outside and almost cooked through but still slightly pink in the center, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.
  • To serve, slice the pork and add it to the bowl with the tomato salad. Pour over the chile-coconut sauce and toss it all together.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Spread the coconut out in a thin layer on a baking sheet and bake, shaking every now and then for even cooking, until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
  • In a big bowl, toss together the tomatoes, red onion, chile, cilantro, mint, and salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil or with some remaining Chile-Coconut Sauce and fold in the toasted coconut and scallions.

SPICY THAI PASTA SALAD



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This robust salad is delicious on its own, but easily can be turned into a main course by adding a protein such as shrimp, chicken, or tofu.

Provided by lutzflcat

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon chili-garlic sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons seasoned rice vinegar
¼ teaspoon white sugar
½ (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow-tie) pasta
½ cup frozen peas, thawed
¼ cup shredded carrots
¼ cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
3 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons dry-roasted peanuts
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
4 wedges lime

Steps:

  • Whisk sesame oil, vegetable oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, fish sauce, chili-garlic sauce, lime juice, rice vinegar, and sugar for dressing together in a small bowl until well combined. Set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • Drain pasta, rinse with cold water, and return to the pot. Drizzle dressing over the pasta, stir gently to combine. Add peas, carrots, bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, peanuts, and red pepper flakes; stir until well combined.
  • Serve at room temperature with lime wedges, or chill in the refrigerator for about 1 hour or longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.5 calories, Carbohydrate 48.6 g, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 598.1 mg, Sugar 5 g

THAI PORK SALAD



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Lime, cilantro and a little bit of heat create a unique Asian salad that's out of this world. "I love to try new recipes, like this one, for my husband and me," writes Sharon Delaney-Chronis from South Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2-1/2 cups shredded cabbage
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint
2 boneless pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick and 4 ounces each)
1/4 cup thinly sliced onion
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 cup lightly salted cashews
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cabbage, cilantro and mint; set aside., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill pork, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Slice pork and keep warm., In a small skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add the cashews, salt, cayenne and pork; heat through. Stir in lime juice and sugar until blended. Remove from the heat., Divide cabbage mixture between two serving plates. Top with pork mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

THAI-STYLE GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN



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Thin strips of pork tenderloin are marinated in garlic, soy sauce, and fish sauce, and then grilled and served with a spicy sweet and sour dipping sauce.

Provided by Melt Organic Buttery Spread

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Melt® Organic Buttery Spread

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

⅓ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup white vinegar
¼ cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons Melt® Organic Buttery Spread
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
½ teaspoon pepper
2 (1 pound) pork tenderloins, trimmed all visible fat, and cut into 3-by-1/4-inch strips
½ cup lightly packed fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • For the sauce: Whisk the granulated sugar, vinegar, lime juice, fish sauce, garlic, and red pepper flakes together in a bowl; set aside for serving.
  • For the pork: Combine the Melt®, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and pepper in a bowl. Combine the marinade and pork in a large zipper-lock bag. Seal the bag tightly, toss to coat the pork, and let the pork marinate in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour.
  • Weave 2 pieces of pork onto each skewer.
  • For a Charcoal grill: Open the bottom grill vents completely. Light a large chimney starter filled with charcoal briquettes (100 briquettes; 6 quarts). When the coals are hot, pour them in an even layer over the grill. Set the cooking grate in place, cover, and heat the grill until hot, about 5 minutes.
  • For a gas grill: Turn all the burners to high, cover, and heat the grill until hot, about 15 minutes. (Adjust the burners as needed to maintain a hot fire.)
  • Clean and oil the cooking grate. Place skewers on the grill and cook until the meat is cooked through and lightly charred around the edges, 7 to 10 minutes, flipping the skewers halfway through.
  • Transfer the skewers to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes. Remove the meat from the skewers, sprinkle the cilantro leaves over the top, and serve, passing the sauce separately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 84.3 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 995.6 mg, Sugar 14 g

SPICY PORK TENDERLOIN SALAD



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A friend served this curry-flavored salad at a luncheon, and I tweaked it to fit our tastes. Since it's a meal in one, it's perfect for weeknights, and the presentation makes it ideal for entertaining. -Pat Sellon of Monticello, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
6 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
SALAD:
4-1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons orange juice
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • Combine the salt, cumin, cinnamon, chili powder and pepper; rub over pork. In a cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, brown pork on all sides in oil, about 8 minutes. Combine the brown sugar, garlic and hot pepper sauce; spread over pork., Bake at 350°, until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, 25-35 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes , before slicing. For vinaigrette, in a large bowl, combine juices, mustard, salt and pepper; gradually whisk in oil. Toss vinaigrette with spinach. Place spinach on serving platter; top with sliced pork. If desired, drizzle with pan juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 594mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of pork: Tenderloin is the best cut for this recipe, as it is lean and cooks quickly. If you can't find tenderloin, you can also use pork loin or sirloin.
  • Marinate the pork: Marinating the pork helps to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor. Be sure to marinate the pork for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Cook the pork over high heat: This will help to create a nice sear on the outside of the pork, while keeping the inside juicy.
  • Slice the pork thinly: This will help to ensure that the pork is cooked evenly.
  • Use fresh herbs and vegetables: This will help to brighten up the salad and make it more flavorful.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the ingredients to your liking: This recipe is a great starting point, but you can feel free to add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.

Conclusion:

This spicy Thai pork tenderloin salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a weekend party. The pork is tender and flavorful, and the salad is packed with fresh herbs and vegetables. This recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!

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