Savory Grilled Marinated Pork Skewers Street Food

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.

Slice the pork shoulder thinly against the grain into bite-sized pieces, about 0.5 cm thick.

In a mortar and pestle, pound the garlic, white peppercorns, and coriander roots (if using) into a fine paste. If you don't have a mortar and pestle, finely mince them all and combine.

In a bowl, combine the paste with coconut milk, fish sauce, soy sauce, and palm sugar. Mix well until the palm sugar dissolves completely.

Add the sliced pork to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight for best flavor.

Thread the marinated pork onto the soaked skewers, weaving them slightly to create folds. Do not pack the pork too tightly on the skewers.

Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 200°C). Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, brushing with any remaining marinade, until cooked through and nicely caramelized with a slight char.

Serve immediately with sticky rice, if desired, for an authentic Thai street food experience.