Szechuan Pork
Szechuan Pork is a spicy and flavorful dish that brings the bold, numbing flavors of Szechuan cuisine to the table. This low-carb version is perfect for a hearty brunch while keeping your diet in check.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
350 kcal
Ingredients
- Pork tenderloin - 300 grams
- Szechuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
- Dried red chilies - 4-5 pieces
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
- Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
- Cabbage - 100 grams, thinly sliced
- Bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Steps
- 1. Slice the pork tenderloin into thin strips and season with salt and black pepper.
- 2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add Szechuan peppercorns and dried red chilies, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3. Add the minced garlic and ginger, stirring for another minute until aromatic.
- 4. Increase the heat to high and add the pork strips, cooking until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5. Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, mixing well to coat the pork evenly.
- 6. Add the sliced cabbage and bell pepper to the skillet, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- 7. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 40 g
- Carbs: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
- Total Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Contains garlic and ginger, which have anti-inflammatory properties.
Tags
ChineseLow CarbBrunch