How do I marinate pork for banh mi tacos?

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Let the flavors mingle! Learn how to marinate pork for Banh Mi Tacos, infusing it with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy goodness.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I marinate pork for Banh Mi Tacos. Items include:  Pork  Soy sauce  Fish sauce  Brown sugar  Lime juice  Garlic  Ginger  Black pepper
  • Pork 1 pound (sliced pork shoulder or tenderloin)
  • Soy sauce 1/4 cup
  • Fish sauce 2 tablespoons
  • Brown sugar 2 tablespoons
  • Lime juice 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic 2 cloves (minced)
  • Ginger 1 teaspoon (grated)
  • Black pepper A pinch

Take note
Handle raw pork with care and make sure it is fully cooked before consuming. Also, be careful with any sharp objects or hot surfaces while preparing the marinade.

1

Prepare the marinade

In a mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of grated ginger, and a pinch of black pepper. Stir the ingredients together until the sugar is fully dissolved.

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Marinate the pork

Place the pork, around 1 pound of sliced pork shoulder or tenderloin, into a large resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the pork, making sure it is evenly coated. Seal the bag tightly and gently massage the marinade into the pork, ensuring it's well distributed. Place the bag in the refrigerator and let the flavors work their magic for at least 2 hours, or even better, overnight.