Grilled Teriyaki Pork Filet with Charred Asparagus & Crunchy Lime-Cabbage Slaw
A high-protein, fast ‘grill night’ that still feels fresh in February: juicy teriyaki pork with lightly charred asparagus and a simple cabbage-scallion slaw for crunch. Minimal prep, maximum weeknight payoff.
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- Kroger® Teriyaki Seasoned Pork Filet 1 pork filet (use ~1 lb of the package) $6.00 (sale)
- Green Asparagus 1 lb $2.99 (sale)
- Green Cabbage 1/2 small head (~3/4 lb) $0.99/lb (regular)
- Green Onions 1 bunch $1.39 (regular)
- Fresh Organic Limes - Each 1 lime $1.29 (regular)
Instructions
- Prep grill: Heat grill to medium-high (about 450°F). Clean and oil grates.
- Prep slaw: Thin-slice ~3 cups green cabbage (about 3/4 lb). Slice 3 green onions. Toss with 1 tbsp lime juice (from 1 lime), 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and black pepper to taste. Set aside to soften while you grill.
- Prep asparagus: Trim 1 lb asparagus (snap off woody ends). Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper.
- Prep pork: From the teriyaki pork filet package, use about 1 lb. Pat dry if very wet. If there’s a sauce packet, reserve a little for brushing at the end (avoid burning sugar early).
- Grill pork: Grill the ~1 lb pork filet over medium-high heat for 12–18 minutes total, turning every 3–4 minutes, until the thickest part hits 145°F. If using teriyaki sauce, brush during the last 2–3 minutes only.
- Rest pork: Transfer pork to a plate and rest 5 minutes.
- Grill asparagus: While pork rests, grill the 1 lb asparagus 4–6 minutes total, turning once or twice, until lightly charred and tender-crisp. Finish with a squeeze of lime (optional).
- Slice & serve: Slice pork into medallions. Serve with grilled asparagus and the cabbage-scallion slaw.
Health notes: ~650–850 calories per serving (depends on pork portion and any extra sauce). High protein and lots of fiber from cabbage; asparagus is nutrient-dense. To reduce sugar/sodium: use half the seasoning packet and add extra lime/lemon for brightness.
Drink pairing: Teriyaki wants fruit + acid, not heavy tannin. Go bright and refreshing. Suggested styles: off-dry Riesling (perfect with sweet-salty glaze), Grüner Veltliner, or a light Pinot Noir. Local-ish WA idea: a Columbia Valley Riesling (Chateau Ste. Michelle is easy to find).