Heart-Healthy Classic Pork Fried Rice
Discover a wholesome twist on a takeout favorite with our **Heart-Healthy Classic Pork Fried Rice**! Crafted with lean pork tenderloin, protein-rich egg whites, and fiber-packed brown rice, this recipe is loaded with nutritious ingredients to keep you feeling good and guilt-free. Flavored with aromatic ginger, garlic, and a splash of reduced-sodium soy sauce, every bite is perfectly balanced and delicious. Packed with tender peas, carrots, and fresh green onions, this stir-fry comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Whether you're craving a lighter spin on a classic or seeking to support a heart-healthy lifestyle, this flavorful dish checks all the boxes. Serve it piping hot and savor the goodness! Perfect for keywords like "healthy fried rice recipe," "heart-healthy pork recipes," and "easy homemade fried rice."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces lean pork tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 pieces large egg whites
- 3 stalks green onions, sliced
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
Instructions
Trim any visible fat from the pork tenderloin and slice into thin strips. Place in a bowl, add 1 tablespoon of reduced-sodium soy sauce and black pepper. Mix well to coat and set aside to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large non-stick frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated pork strips into the pan and stir-fry for about 5 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove the pork from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the cooked brown rice to the pan, spreading it across the surface to heat evenly.
Stir in the frozen peas and carrots mix, and continue to stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Pour in the low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth and remaining 1 tablespoon of reduced-sodium soy sauce. Stir the mixture well to incorporate all flavors.
Push the rice mixture to one side of the pan. Pour the egg whites into the empty side and scramble gently with a spatula until fully cooked.
Combine the scrambled egg whites with the rice mixture and add back the cooked pork strips.
Add the sliced green onions and mix everything well for 1 to 2 minutes until heated through.
Serve hot and enjoy your heart-healthy pork fried rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 141 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 2766 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.2 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 93.2 g | 186% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2423 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
