Ingredients and Weight:
- Pork shoulder: 3 pounds (1.5 kg)
- Red peppers: 1 bunch, sliced
- Green peppers: 1 bunch, sliced
- Yellow peppers: 1 bunch, sliced
- Shallots: 3, chopped
- Garlic: 5 cloves, minced
- Fish sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Brown sugar: 1/4 cup (50g)
- Fresh lime juice: 2 tablespoons
- Thai red curry paste: 2 tablespoons
- Cooking oil: 2 tablespoons
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 6-8 hours (slow cooker)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a slow cooker, add cooking oil and set to high heat.
- Add pork shoulder and brown on all sides.
- Once browned, add shallots and garlic. Stir fry for a minute.
- Add fish sauce, brown sugar, and Thai red curry paste. Stir well to combine.
- Add all the peppers and fresh lime juice. Mix well.
- Cover the slow cooker and reduce heat to low. Let it cook for 6-8 hours until the pork is tender and the sauce is thickened.
- Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that the nutritional information provided is an estimate and may vary based on the exact ingredients used.)
- Calories: 450 per serving (based on 8 servings)
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 40g
Dish Characteristics:
- The dish has a rich and savory flavor from the combination of sweet, sour, and spicy ingredients.
- The pork is tender and falls off the bone due to the long, slow cooking process.
- The peppers add a crunchy texture and a spicy kick to the dish.
User Comments:
- "This dish was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were spot on and everyone loved the tender pork." - John Doe
- "I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. The peppers added a nice crunch and the sauce was delicious." - Jane Smith
- "This is a great dish to make in a slow cooker. The pork was so tender and flavorful." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a slow cooker for best results as it helps tenderize the pork perfectly.
- Adjust the fish sauce and red curry paste according to your spice tolerance.
- If you want a thicker sauce, you can mix cornstarch with water and add it towards the end of cooking.
