Keto Thai Basil Pork
Discover the vibrant flavors of Keto Thai Basil Pork, a quick and easy dish perfect for weeknight dinners! This low-carb recipe combines savory ground pork with aromatic garlic, spicy red chili, and fresh Thai basil leaves for a bold and satisfying meal. The tangy, umami-rich sauce made with fish sauce, gluten-free tamari, and a touch of natural sweetener perfectly balances the spice, while zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice create the ultimate keto-friendly base. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-pan meal is as hassle-free as it is flavorful. Garnish with lime wedges for a zesty finishing touch that makes every bite irresistible. Whether you're following keto or simply craving Thai-inspired cuisine, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground pork
- 2 tbsp Avocado oil or coconut oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 units Red chili, finely sliced (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp Fish sauce
- 1 tbsp Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
- 1 tsp Erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 2 tbsp Water
- 1 cup Fresh Thai basil leaves
- 2 cups Zucchini noodles (zoodles) or cauliflower rice
- 4 wedges Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the avocado oil or coconut oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and red chili slices. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground pork to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5–7 minutes or until the pork is well-browned and fully cooked.
In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, tamari, erythritol, and water to create the sauce.
Pour the sauce over the cooked pork and stir well to evenly coat the meat.
Turn off the heat and immediately stir in the fresh Thai basil leaves until they wilt slightly from the residual heat.
Serve the basil pork over a bed of zoodles or cauliflower rice for a keto-friendly meal.
Optionally, garnish with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1911 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.2 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.5 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 3785 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.1 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 140.4 g | 281% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 782 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 30.6 mg | 170% | |
| Potassium | 2864 mg | 61% | |
*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.
