Pork and Zucchini Stir-Fry

This Pork and Zucchini Stir-Fry is a vibrant, low-carb dish that combines tender pork with fresh zucchini, all tossed in a savory garlic and ginger sauce. Perfect for a quick brunch, it’s both satisfying and health-conscious.

Ingredients

• pork tenderloin - 250 grams, thinly sliced
• zucchini - 1 medium, julienned
• bell pepper - 1/2 medium, sliced
• garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• green onions - 2, chopped
• salt - to taste
• black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the sliced pork tenderloin to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and browned.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the julienned zucchini and sliced bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
5. Drizzle the soy sauce and sesame oil over the stir-fry, tossing everything to combine well. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.

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