Description
Crispy Authentic Moo Dad Deaw is a popular Thai street food snack. It features thinly sliced pork marinated in a savory and sweet mixture, then either dried and fried or deep-fried until golden and crispy. This gluten-free treat offers a delightful balance of flavors from fish sauce, palm sugar, and aromatic spices.
Ingredients
- 14 ounces Pork, thinly sliced
- 1.5 tablespoons Fish Sauce (ensure gluten-free if needed)
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced (or garlic powder)
- 1.5 tablespoons Palm Sugar (or brown sugar)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Roasted Coriander Seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Roasted Cumin Seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Roasted Black Peppercorns
Instructions
- Lightly toast coriander seeds, cumin seeds, and black peppercorns in a dry pan for about 20 seconds until fragrant.
- Transfer the toasted spices to a mortar, add minced garlic, and pound into a fine paste.
- In a bowl, combine the spice paste with palm sugar, fish sauce, and salt.
- Add the thinly sliced pork to the marinade and coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
- For drying: Sun-dry the marinated pork for 4-12 hours, or use a dehydrator set between 145-160°F for 4-8 hours until firm yet slightly moist.
- For cooking: Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350-375°F (175-190°C).
- Deep-fry the pork for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy, or grill until charred and thoroughly cooked.
- Serve hot, optionally drizzled with lime juice.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the pork overnight.
- Ensure the oil temperature is correct for optimal crispiness.
- Avoid over-drying if using a dehydrator to prevent toughness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Marinate, Dry, Fry/Grill
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg