Pad Krapow Moo Saap

Pad Krapow Moo Saap is a delicious Thai stir-fry featuring ground pork and fragrant basil. This keto-friendly version is low in carbs but high in flavor, making it a perfect dinner option.

Ingredients

• Ground pork - 300 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Thai bird's eye chilies - 2, finely chopped (adjust for heat)
• Soy sauce (low-sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Fish sauce - 1 teaspoon
• Stevia or erythritol - 1 teaspoon (optional, for sweetness)
• Fresh Thai basil leaves - 50 grams
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Green beans - 100 grams, trimmed
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges for serving

Steps

1. Heat coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add minced garlic and chopped chilies to the skillet, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Increase the heat to high and add the ground pork, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
4. Stir in the sliced bell pepper and green beans, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
5. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and sweetener (if using). Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and fold in fresh Thai basil leaves until wilted.
7. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats that can aid in maintaining a ketogenic diet.

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