Khao Moo Daeng

Khao Moo Daeng is a delightful Thai dish that features tender grilled pork served over a bed of low-carb cauliflower rice, drizzled with a rich sweet and savory sauce. This dish offers a unique blend of flavors and textures that will transport you straight to the streets of Thailand.

Ingredients

• Pork tenderloin - 300 grams
• Cauliflower - 300 grams (grated to resemble rice)
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Brown sugar substitute (erythritol) - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Cooking oil - 1 tablespoon
• Red food coloring - a few drops (optional)
• Spring onions - 2 (sliced for garnish)
• Coriander leaves - a handful (for garnish)
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. 1. Start by marinating the pork tenderloin in a mixture of soy sauce, oyster sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar substitute, and black pepper for at least 15 minutes.
2. 2. While the pork is marinating, prepare the cauliflower rice by grating the cauliflower and steaming it for about 5-7 minutes until tender but not mushy. Set aside.
3. 3. Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat, and sear the marinated pork for about 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through and slightly caramelized. Optionally, add a few drops of red food coloring to give the pork a vibrant hue.
4. 4. Once cooked, remove the pork from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly.
5. 5. In the same pan, add any leftover marinade and bring it to a simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly as a sauce.
6. 6. To serve, place a generous portion of cauliflower rice on each plate, top with sliced pork, and drizzle the sauce over the top.
7. 7. Garnish with sliced spring onions and coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle development and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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