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Pork Cutlets with Cantaloupe Salad

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Photo by Alex Lau

A ripe cantaloupe is one of the most intoxicating pieces of produce under the sun—use it creatively.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Serves 4

Ingredients

4

(1/2-inch–thick) pork cutlets

Kosher salt

1

cup coarsely grated cantaloupe, plus 2 cups thinly sliced (divided)

4

tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided

2

tablespoons olive oil

4

scallions, thinly sliced

1

red chile, thinly sliced

1

/4 cup chopped cilantro

2

tablespoons fish sauce

Crushed salted, roasted peanuts (for serving)

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Preparation

  1. Step 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.

    Step 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.

    Step 3

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