Spaghetti Squash Dan Dan

Spaghetti Squash Dan Dan is a low-carb twist on the traditional Chinese dish, featuring roasted spaghetti squash tossed with a spicy, savory sauce, ground meat, and fresh vegetables. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect healthy alternative.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti squash - 1 medium (about 1 kg)
• Ground pork or chicken - 250 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Chili paste (like Doubanjiang) - 1 tablespoon
• Peanut butter - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Cut the spaghetti squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
3. Drizzle olive oil, salt, and pepper on the cut sides of the squash. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes until tender.
4. While the squash is roasting, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground pork or chicken. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, chili paste, peanut butter, and rice vinegar. Mix well and let simmer for 5 minutes.
7. Once the spaghetti squash is cooked, use a fork to scrape out the strands into a bowl.
8. Toss the spaghetti squash strands with the meat mixture until well combined.
9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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