Place pork and water in a large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, sirrring and breaking up pork with a spoon or spatula, until pork is cooked through.
Remove from heat and stir in lime juice, fish sauce, and red chile paste. Allow to cool in the skillet for about 5 minutes.
Add, onion, ginger, peanuts, and cilantro. Toss to combine.
Serve with cabbage wedges.
Recipe Notes
This recipe is for a mild heat level. Increase the amount of chile paste to make it hotter if desired. You can stir in extra at the end.