Low Carb Thai Basil Pork
Savor the delightful flavors of Low Carb Thai Basil Pork, a quick and easy dish that brings the vibrant essence of Thai cuisine to your table—all while keeping it keto-friendly. This one-pan recipe combines tender ground pork with fragrant Thai basil, garlic, and a touch of spice from red chilies. A perfectly balanced sauce made with coconut aminos, fish sauce, and a hint of low-carb sweetener creates a luscious, savory glaze that clings to every bite. Served atop a bed of zucchini noodles, this dish is packed with flavor but low on carbs, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option for those craving a healthy yet indulgent meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's your go-to recipe for a quick, flavorful, and satisfying culinary escape!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground pork
- 1 cup Fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Shallot
- 2 small Red chili (bird's eye or similar)
- 2 tbsp Coconut aminos (low-carb soy sauce alternative)
- 1 tbsp Fish sauce
- 1 tbsp Oyster sauce
- 1 tsp Low-carb sweetener (like erythritol or monk fruit)
- 2 tbsp Avocado oil or neutral cooking oil
- 4 cups Zucchini noodles (or other low-carb base)
Directions
Step 1
Peel and finely chop the garlic and shallot. Thinly slice the red chilies (remove seeds for less heat).
Step 2
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the avocado oil.
Step 3
Once the oil is hot, sauté the garlic, shallot, and chilies until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 4
Add the ground pork to the skillet and break it up with a spatula. Cook until fully browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 5
In a small bowl, mix together coconut aminos, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and low-carb sweetener to create the sauce.
Step 6
Pour the sauce over the cooked pork and stir well to coat. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
Step 7
Lower the heat to medium, then add the fresh Thai basil leaves. Stir until the basil is wilted and combined with the pork, about 1 minute.
Step 8
Serve immediately over a bed of zucchini noodles or other low-carb base.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1789.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2028.8 |
| Total Fat 125.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 408.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2622.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 92.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 38.0g | |
| Protein 147.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 809.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 31.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4526.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories