Keto Humba
Savor the rich, caramelized goodness of Keto Humba, a low-carb twist on a traditional Filipino favorite! This dish features tender, slow-simmered pork belly infused with the bold flavors of coconut aminos, white vinegar, garlic, and aromatic spices like bay leaves, black peppercorns, and star anise. Sweetened naturally with keto-friendly erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, this delectable stew achieves the perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet notes while keeping it gluten-free and sugar-free. The slow-cooking process ensures melt-in-your-mouth pork with a thick, glossy sauce that pairs wonderfully with cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables. With just 15 minutes of prep and a rich depth of flavor, Keto Humba is the ultimate comfort food for anyone following a ketogenic or low-carb lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1000 g Pork belly
- 60 ml Coconut aminos
- 60 ml White vinegar
- 240 ml Water
- 6 pieces Garlic cloves
- 3 pieces Bay leaves
- 1 tsp Black peppercorns
- 2 pieces Star anise
- 2 tbsp Erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Coconut oil
Instructions
Cut the pork belly into 2-inch cubes.
In a large pot over medium heat, add coconut oil and let it melt.
Add pork belly cubes to the pot and cook them until browned on all sides.
Peel and crush the garlic cloves, then add them to the pot and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour coconut aminos, white vinegar, and water into the pot. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Add bay leaves, black peppercorns, star anise, and salt to the pot.
Add erythritol or monk fruit sweetener and stir to dissolve and blend with the other flavors.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 90 minutes or until the pork is tender and the sauce is thickened.
Stir occasionally and taste, adjusting seasoning as needed, ensuring the flavors meld well together.
Remove the bay leaves and star anise before serving.
Serve the Keto Humba hot, garnished with additional black pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5574 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 559.6 g | 717% | |
| Saturated Fat | 216.2 g | 1081% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 720 mg | 240% | |
| Sodium | 4184 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 96.7 g | 193% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1579 mg | 34% | |
*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.
