Heart-Healthy Filipino Pork Sisig
Transform your favorite Filipino comfort food into a guilt-free indulgence with this Heart-Healthy Filipino Pork Sisig. This clever twist swaps traditional fatty cuts for lean pork tenderloin, keeping all the bold and savory flavors without compromising wellness. Sauteed in olive oil with aromatic garlic, red onions, and a vibrant mix of green chilies and bell peppers, this dish is skillfully seasoned with low-sodium soy sauce and fresh calamansi juice for a bright, tangy kick. A touch of low-fat mayonnaise adds creaminess while scallions finish the dish with a pop of freshness. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly delicious, this lightened-up sisig is an ideal pairing with steamed brown rice for a nourishing yet satisfying meal. Keywords: heart-healthy pork sisig, Filipino cuisine, low-fat pork recipe, healthy comfort food, easy Filipino recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean pork tenderloin
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 large, finely chopped Red onion
- 4 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 pcs, chopped Green chili pepper
- 1 medium, chopped Red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Fresh calamansi juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Low-fat mayonnaise
- 2 stalks, chopped Scallions
- as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Start by boiling the pork tenderloin in a pot of water over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until it is cooked through and tender.
Remove the pork from the pot and let it cool down. Once cooled, chop the pork into small pieces, approximately 1/4-inch cubes.
In a non-stick pan, apply cooking spray and sauté the onions until they are translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Increase to medium-high heat and add olive oil to the pan. Add the chopped pork pieces and sauté until the edges are slightly crispy, around 8 to 10 minutes.
Stir in the green chili pepper and red bell pepper, and continue to cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to merge.
Add the low-sodium soy sauce, fresh calamansi juice, and ground black pepper to the pan. Mix well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the low-fat mayonnaise, ensuring the pork and vegetables are well coated.
Garnish with chopped scallions before serving.
Serve hot with steamed brown rice for a complete heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1107 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.6 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 315 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 1589 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 140.3 g | 281% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 3065 mg | 65% | |
*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.
