Put peppercorns, coriander, cumin and ¼ tsp. salt into mortar. Grind until almost a powder. Put into blender. Add lemon grass, galangal, garlic, onion and water. Process until mixture forms a smooth, thick paste.
Cut pork into ¼" thick slices. Pound until 1/8" thick. Put into large bowl and add turmeric, fish sauce and ½ tsp. salt. Add 5 Tb. of marinade and mix well. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
Thread pork onto wooden skewers. Grill or broil, 6" from heat source, brushing with oil and a little milk to prevent drying, for 2 minutes. Turn, cook second side 2 minutes. Serve immediately with peanut sauce and cucumbers. |
