Vietnamese-Style Grilled Pork Chops with Turmeric Rice

Ingredients

• 3 lbs pork chops, 1½-3 inches thick, preferably rib or loin
• ⅓ cup fish sauce
• ⅓ cup lime juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 inches fresh ginger, peeled and grated
• 3 tbsp brown sugar
• 1½ tsp ground cumin
• 1½ tsp ground coriander
• ¾ tsp turmeric powder
• ⅓ tsp cayenne pepper
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
• 1½ cup water
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1½ tsp turmeric powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Method

1. 1Mix fish sauce, lime juice, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, cumin, coriander, turmeric powder, and cayenne pepper in a blender or food processor until smooth.
2. 2Add the mixture to a medium bowl and whisk in oil until combined.
3. 3Add the pork chops to the marinade, turning to coat evenly, and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
4. 4Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
5. 5Grill the pork chops for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
6. 6Transfer the pork chops to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
7. 7While the pork chops are resting, prepare the turmeric rice by melting butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
8. 8Add rice to the saucepan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly toasted.
9. 9Add water to the saucepan and bring to a boil.
10. 10Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.

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