Pork and Peanut Ragu

Courtesy of National Pork Board

Servings: 2
Prep Time: 10 Min.
Cook Time: 20 Min.

* 1/2 lb. ground pork
* 1/2 c. roasted peanuts, salted
* 2 Tbsp. peanut oil
* 1 medium shallot, minced
* 1 clove garlic, minced
* 1 Tbsp. white miso paste
* 1 1/2 tsp. sugar
* 1 tsp. tamarind concentrate, OR 1/2 tsp. tamarind, paste
* 1 lime, juiced
* cilantro leaves, chopped for garnish

1. Chop peanuts until pretty fine with some larger bits; set aside. Heat oil in medium sauté pan or skillet over medium heat. Add in shallot and garlic and cook without browning for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add in pork and cook until lightly brown.
2. Stir in all other ingredients, aside from peanuts and cilantro, along with 1/2 cup water. Simmer, uncovered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until becomes thickened. Stir in peanuts.

* Serve over pasta, polenta, or on its own garnished with fresh cilantro.

* Recipe courtesy of Season Four Top Chef Winner Stephanie Izard.

* Recipe and photo courtesy of National Pork Board. For more recipes visit:
www.PorkBeInspired.com

Calories: 540;   Total Fat: 47g;   Saturated Fat: 13g;   Cholesterol: 80mg;   Total Carbs: 8g;   Fiber: 3g;   Protein: 25g;   Sodium: 340mg;