Snack · Vietnamese · 15 min
Nem Chua (Vietnamese Cured Fermented Pork)

- Calories
- 189
- Protein
- 11g
- Carbs
- 22g
- Fat
- 7g
Ingredients
- 43.5 g ground turkey
- 100 g sweet potato
- 5 g garlic
- 5 g bird's eye chili
- 0.2 tsp canola oil
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 4 g almonds
Method
- 01Steam the diced sweet potato until fully tender, about 8 to 10 minutes, then allow to cool slightly.
- 02In a mixing bowl, mash the sweet potato slightly and combine with raw ground turkey, minced garlic, chopped bird's eye chili, and salt until well incorporated.
- 03Shape the turkey mixture into small, bite-sized cylinders or patties.
- 04Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the turkey patties and pan-sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through to a safe internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
- 05Transfer the warm patties to a serving plate and garnish with crushed toasted almonds.