Keto Thit Kho (Vietnamese Braised Pork and Eggs)

Indulge in the rich, caramelized flavors of Keto Thit Kho, a keto-friendly twist on the classic Vietnamese braised pork and eggs. This dish features tender, melt-in-your-mouth pork belly simmered to perfection in a savory blend of coconut aminos, fish sauce, and unsweetened coconut water, topped with silky soft-boiled eggs that soak up the fragrant, umami-packed sauce. Enhanced with the sweetness of erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, this low-carb adaptation retains the comforting essence of the traditional recipe while staying true to your keto lifestyle. Ideal for meal prep or a hearty dinner, it's best served with cauliflower rice or steamed greens for a satisfying and wholesome meal. Perfectly balanced and packed with flavor, this dish delivers a taste of Vietnam that's keto-friendly and irresistibly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork belly (skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 6 large Eggs
• 1 cup Coconut aminos
• 3 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons Erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 small Shallots (minced)
• 2 cups Coconut water (unsweetened)
• 2 tablespoons Avocado oil or neutral cooking oil
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Sea salt
• 2 stalks Scallions (sliced, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a pot of water to a boil, then carefully add the eggs. Boil for 7 minutes for soft-boiled eggs or 10 minutes for fully cooked eggs. Transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool, then peel and set aside.

Step 2

In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and shallots, sautéing until fragrant and lightly golden, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Add the pork belly to the pot. Sear the pork cubes on all sides until golden brown, about 10 minutes.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the coconut aminos, fish sauce, erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, and ground black pepper. Pour this sauce mixture over the pork, stirring to coat the meat evenly.

Step 5

Add the coconut water to the pot, ensuring the pork is mostly submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a low simmer. Cover the pot with a lid and cook for 60-75 minutes, stirring occasionally. The liquid will reduce and thicken, and the pork will become tender.

Step 6

During the last 15 minutes of cooking, gently add the peeled boiled eggs into the pot. Spoon the sauce over the eggs to coat them in flavor.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with sea salt if needed.

Step 8

Once the sauce has reached your desired consistency and the pork is tender, turn off the heat. Garnish with sliced scallions before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot in bowls as-is or alongside steamed keto-friendly vegetables such as cauliflower rice or sautéed greens for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2102.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5764.9

Total Fat 538.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 185.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1751.0mg	0%
Sodium 10335.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g	0%
Total Sugars 69.8g
Protein 130.3g	0%

Vitamin D 246IU	0%
Calcium 346.5mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 2766.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.8%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 8.2%