Pork Stir-Fried Lettuce

Pork Stir-Fried Lettuce is a delightful and low-carb dish that highlights tender pork strips enveloped in crisp, fresh lettuce, infused with a savory sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a satisfying Keto-friendly supper.

Ingredients

• Pork tenderloin - 200 grams, thinly sliced
• Iceberg lettuce - 150 grams, leaves separated and washed
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Red bell pepper - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Black pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon, for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and ginger, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced pork tenderloin to the skillet, cooking until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring to coat the pork evenly.
5. Add the sliced red bell pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
6. Remove the skillet from heat, and gently fold in the iceberg lettuce, allowing it to wilt slightly.
7. Season with black pepper and toss everything together.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a Keto diet.

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