Pork Belly Stir-Fry

This Pork Belly Stir-Fry features succulent pieces of pork belly, sautéed with crisp vegetables and a savory sauce, making it a satisfying low-carb dish. It's a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds while keeping your meal healthy and hearty.

Ingredients

• Pork belly - 250 grams, diced
• Bell pepper (red or green) - 1 medium, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, julienned
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the diced pork belly and cook for about 10 minutes, or until it's crispy and browned, stirring occasionally.
3. Remove the pork belly from the skillet and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the sliced bell pepper and zucchini, stirring frequently for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
6. Return the pork belly to the skillet, and pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring to coat everything evenly.
7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 500
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 40 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Pork belly is a good source of protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• The vegetables add fiber and essential vitamins, contributing to overall digestive health.

Tags