Thịt Kho Trứng

Thịt Kho Trứng is a traditional Vietnamese braised pork belly dish cooked with eggs, offering a rich and savory flavor profile. This keto-friendly version uses low-carb ingredients while retaining the authentic essence of the dish.

Ingredients

• Pork belly - 300 grams
• Eggs - 4 large
• Coconut aminos - 3 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Coconut sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, thinly sliced
• Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 250 ml
• Green onions - 2, chopped (for garnish)
• Cooking oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a pot, boil the eggs in water for 10 minutes, then cool them in ice water, peel, and set aside.
2. Cut the pork belly into bite-sized pieces.
3. In a large skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the sliced shallots and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
4. Add the pork belly to the skillet, browning on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
5. Stir in the coconut aminos, fish sauce, coconut sugar, and black pepper, mixing well.
6. Pour in the water, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 30 minutes.
7. Add the boiled eggs to the skillet, allowing them to absorb the flavors. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 300 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in healthy fats and protein, promoting satiety.
• Includes eggs that are a great source of essential nutrients and vitamins.

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