Paleo Mee Pok
Experience the bold flavors of Southeast Asia in this paleo-friendly Mee Pok, a wholesome, low-carb twist on the classic noodle dish. Instead of traditional wheat noodles, this recipe uses spiralized zucchini, creating a light yet satisfying base that pairs beautifully with the savory ground pork. Infused with garlic, coconut aminos, fish sauce, and a hint of white pepper, the aromatic pork mixture is both umami-rich and paleo-compliant. Fresh red chili, green onions, cilantro, and a burst of lime juice provide the perfect finishing touches, making this quick and easy 35-minute dish a symphony of flavors and textures. Perfect for those following a paleo diet or anyone seeking a healthier take on a comforting favorite, this Paleo Mee Pok is guaranteed to impress!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 500 grams ground pork
- 4 cloves garlic
- 60 ml coconut aminos
- 15 ml fish sauce
- 15 ml sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 2 whole red chili
- 4 stalks green onions
- 30 grams fresh cilantro
- 1 whole lime
Directions
Step 1
Use a spiralizer to turn the zucchini into noodles and set aside.
Step 2
Mince the garlic and finely chop the red chili, green onions, and cilantro. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
Step 4
Add the ground pork to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned, around 5-7 minutes.
Step 5
Once the pork is browned, add coconut aminos, fish sauce, and ground white pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
In a separate pan over medium heat, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften but still have a slight crunch.
Step 7
To serve, divide the zucchini noodles among four bowls. Top each with the savory pork mixture.
Step 8
Garnish with chopped red chili, green onions, and cilantro. Squeeze fresh lime juice over each serving according to taste.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your paleo-friendly Mee Pok!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1575.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2033.5 |
| Total Fat 121.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.6g | |
| Cholesterol 450mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10150.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 90.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 71.2g | |
| Protein 141.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 400.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2304.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories