Pork Cutlets with Cantaloupe Salad

Juicy grilled pork cutlets marinated in cantaloupe and lime juice, topped with a fresh and vibrant cantaloupe salad with chilies, herbs, and crunchy peanuts. A perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors.

4 servings
1 hr 9 min

Ingredients

  • 4 piece pork cutlets
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 cup cantaloupe
  • 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 piece scallions
  • 1 piece red chile
  • ¼ cup cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Crushed salted
  • ¼ cup roasted peanuts

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Prick pork cutlets all over with a fork; season with salt. Transfer to a large resealable plastic bag; add coarsely grated cantaloupe, 2 Tbsp. lime juice, and oil. Seal bag and toss to coat; chill 1 hour.

    60 min

  2. 2.

    Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Remove pork from marinade and grill, turning, until browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes; transfer to a platter.

    4 min

  3. 3.

    Toss together scallions, chile, thinly sliced cantaloupe, cilantro, fish sauce, and remaining 2 Tbsp. lime juice. Arrange salad over pork; top with peanuts.

    5 min