Sugar-Free Giniling (Filipino Ground Meat Dish)

Experience the savory goodness of Sugar-Free Giniling, a beloved Filipino ground meat dish reimagined for a healthier lifestyle. This recipe transforms a classic comfort food into a guilt-free delight, skipping the added sugar and letting the natural flavors of fresh vegetables and aromatic spices shine. Made with hearty ground pork, vibrant carrots, bell peppers, green peas, and a perfectly balanced blend of soy sauce and fish sauce, this dish is a wholesome and flavorful option for weeknight dinners. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a versatile meal that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or low-carb alternatives. Perfect for those seeking a sugar-free twist on traditional Filipino cuisine, this dish is sure to become a regular on your dinner table!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground pork
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 1 piece medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 pieces medium tomato, diced
• 1 piece carrot, small dice
• 1 piece red bell pepper, diced
• 100 grams green peas
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 200 milliliters water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the cooking oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground pork to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned evenly.

Step 5

Once the pork is browned, add the diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the small-diced carrot and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the diced red bell pepper and green peas, stirring to combine.

Step 8

Pour in the soy sauce, fish sauce, and water, then bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 9

Season with salt and ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 10

Cover the pan and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 11

Remove the lid and let the giniling cook for another 5 minutes to reduce the sauce to your desired consistency.

Step 12

Serve hot over steamed rice or alongside your choice of accompaniments.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1449.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2013.7

Total Fat 133.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 450mg	0%
Sodium 5798.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.3g
Protein 145.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 292.8mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1711.4mg	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: 60.1%

Protein: 29.1%

Carbs: 10.8%