Name: Instant Pot Vietnamese Pork
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 Servings
Cuisine: Asian

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February 13, 2026

This Instant Pot Vietnamese Pork will for sure be a family favorite. It’s is the perfect balance of sweet and savory, paired with fluffy white rice, it will melt right in your mouth. Instant Pot Vietnamese Pork (or Vietnamese Pork Mince) is so easy as you can make both the pork and the rice at the same time. It is ready from start to finish in 30 minutes, making it perfect for a busy week night when you still want to make a delicious meal in a time crunch.

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Instant Pot Vietnamese Pork

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Ingredients

WarningWheat and 2 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Set instant pot to sauté and add the oil. Once the oil is hot, add the pork. Brown the pork until just about cooked through. It should have some pink in the center.

Add the green onions, garlic ginger, and jalapeño.

On a trivet, add one cup of rice and 1 1/4 cup of water in an instant pot safe container. Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.

Remove the rice and add the brown sugar, soy sauce, salt and pepper. Stir and cook for 3 minutes.

Squeeze the lime over the pork and serve over the cooked rice.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Lime Zest Magic 🍋
Add fresh lime zest to the pork mixture before cooking to boost the bright, citrusy Vietnamese flavor profile and enhance overall aromatics.
Jalapeño Heat Control 🌶️
Remove the seeds from the jalapeño for a milder heat, or keep them for an extra spicy kick - always mince finely for even distribution.
Instant Pot Rice Hack 🍚
Rinse white rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch, ensuring fluffy and separate grains that perfectly complement the savory pork.
Ginger Paste Pro Tip 🧄
Use fresh ginger paste instead of powdered for a more vibrant, authentic flavor that elevates the entire Vietnamese-inspired dish.
Caramelization Secret 🍯
Let the ground pork slightly caramelize before adding liquids to develop deeper, more complex flavor notes characteristic of Vietnamese cuisine.

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