Galloping Horses

Delight your guests with the captivating flavors of "Galloping Horses," a traditional Thai appetizer that masterfully balances salty, sweet, and savory elements. This elegant dish features juicy pineapple or mandarin orange slices topped with a fragrant mix of sautéed ground pork, garlic, shallots, and coriander root, enriched with the deep, caramel-like sweetness of palm sugar and the umami kick of fish sauce. A sprinkle of roasted peanuts adds crunch, while optional garnishes of red chili and fresh cilantro bring an extra pop of color and flavor. Perfect as a bite-sized party snack or a show-stopping starter, "Galloping Horses" is both visually stunning and irresistibly tasty. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's an easy way to bring a taste of Thai-inspired sophistication to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup pineapple (or mandarin orange slices)
• 200 grams ground pork
• 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon peanuts, roasted and roughly chopped
• 1 teaspoon coriander root, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar)
• 1.5 teaspoons fish sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 red chili, finely sliced (optional, for garnish)
• 2 sprigs fresh cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and core the pineapple, then cut it into bite-sized chunks. If using mandarin orange slices, ensure they are peeled and separated. Set aside.

Step 2

In a pan over medium heat, add a small amount of oil and sauté the chopped shallots, garlic, and coriander root until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground pork to the pan and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the palm sugar, fish sauce, and white pepper, mixing well to combine. Allow the mixture to cook for another 2 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.

Step 5

Remove the pan from heat and stir in the chopped roasted peanuts.

Step 6

Spoon a small amount of the cooked pork mixture onto each pineapple or mandarin slice, being careful not to overload the fruit.

Step 7

Garnish each 'Galloping Horse' with a slice of red chili and a fresh cilantro leaf, if desired, for added flavor and presentation.

Step 8

Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately as an appetizer or party snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	522.7 grams (522.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	844

Total Fat 45.50g	58%
Saturated Fat 15.90g	80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 180mg	60%
Sodium 2043mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 53.20g	19%
Dietary Fiber 5.20g	19%
Total Sugars 39.10g
Protein 57.10g	114%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 126mg	10%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 602mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.1%

Protein: 26.8%

Carbs: 25.0%