Low Carb Pork Pastil
Transform your meal routine with this flavorful Low Carb Pork Pastil, a healthy twist on a Filipino favorite! This recipe swaps traditional rice for nutrient-packed cauliflower rice, giving it a keto-friendly edge without sacrificing the authentic essence of the dish. Featuring tender ground pork infused with the umami flavors of soy sauce and fish sauce, and wrapped in aromatic banana leaves, this dish is both a feast for the senses and a guilt-free indulgence. The combination of savory pork, crisp-tender cauliflower, and the subtle earthiness of steamed banana leaves creates a harmonious taste experience. Perfect for meal prep or serving at your next gathering, this low-carb alternative is a unique way to enjoy the beloved comfort food in a health-conscious way.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 1 pound ground pork
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 6 pieces banana leaves
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Prepare the cauliflower rice by cutting the cauliflower into florets and pulsing them in a food processor until they resemble rice grains.
Mince the garlic, chop the onion, and slice the green onions. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion, sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the ground pork to the pan. Cook until the pork is browned, breaking it up with a spatula during cooking.
Stir in the soy sauce, fish sauce, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove the pork mixture from the pan and set aside. Wipe the pan clean.
In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the cauliflower rice and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until it's tender yet slightly crisp.
Add the cooked pork mixture to the cauliflower rice and combine well. Stir in the sliced green onions.
Prepare the banana leaves by cutting them into sheets large enough to wrap a portion of the pork and cauliflower mixture. Briefly pass each leaf over an open flame to make them pliable.
Place a portion of the pork pastil mixture on each banana leaf, wrap tightly like a burrito, and secure with kitchen twine if necessary.
Steam the wrapped pastil in a steamer for about 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse into the banana leaves.
Remove carefully from the steamer and serve warm, either wrapped or unwrapped.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1817 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 122.4 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.4 g | 197% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 3962 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 134.2 g | 268% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 330 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2009 mg | 43% | |
*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.
