Vietnamese Lemongrass Porkabobs - Thit Lui

A tasty Asian appetizer that will have you coming back for more! Prep time does not include marinating time.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  lb boneless pork loin

• For the Marinade

• 4  stalks lemongrass, minced
• 6  shallots, minced
• 2  Thai red chili peppers, minced (optional)
• 3  cloves garlic, minced
• 2  tablespoons fish sauce
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 2  teaspoons  vegetable oil
•  bamboo skewer

Directions

1. Slice pork into long thin slices, less than 1/4" thick.
2. Place pork into marinade ingredients and allow to rest at least 2 hours, up to overnight.
3. Thread the pork onto bamboo skewers that have soaked in warm water for at least 20-30 minutes.
4. Grill over medium-hot coals or heat for about 5 minutes, or until done.
5. Alternatively, meat can be cooked in the broiler.
6. Serve with Nuac mam (recipe#25375).