Low Carb Thai Basil Pork
Savor the bold and exotic flavors of this Low Carb Thai Basil Pork recipe—a mouthwatering, keto-friendly twist on the classic Thai dish. Perfectly seasoned ground pork is infused with aromatic garlic, shallots, and fiery red chilies, then tossed in a savory blend of coconut aminos, fish sauce, and oyster sauce for a rich umami-packed taste. Fresh Thai basil leaves add a fragrant herbal note, while zucchini noodles make the ideal low-carb base for soaking up the delectable flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy meal is perfect for busy weeknights or an impressive dinner option. Whether you're looking for a healthy, gluten-free meal or simply craving authentic Thai cuisine, this dish delivers all the deliciousness without the carbs!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground pork
- 1 cup Fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Shallot
- 2 small Red chili (bird's eye or similar)
- 2 tbsp Coconut aminos (low-carb soy sauce alternative)
- 1 tbsp Fish sauce
- 1 tbsp Oyster sauce
- 1 tsp Low-carb sweetener (like erythritol or monk fruit)
- 2 tbsp Avocado oil or neutral cooking oil
- 4 cups Zucchini noodles (or other low-carb base)
Instructions
Peel and finely chop the garlic and shallot. Thinly slice the red chilies (remove seeds for less heat).
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the avocado oil.
Once the oil is hot, sauté the garlic, shallot, and chilies until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the ground pork to the skillet and break it up with a spatula. Cook until fully browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix together coconut aminos, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and low-carb sweetener to create the sauce.
Pour the sauce over the cooked pork and stir well to coat. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
Lower the heat to medium, then add the fresh Thai basil leaves. Stir until the basil is wilted and combined with the pork, about 1 minute.
Serve immediately over a bed of zucchini noodles or other low-carb base.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2029 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.8 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.3 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 2623 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.1 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.9 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.0 g | ||
| Protein | 147.8 g | 296% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 810 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 31.8 mg | 177% | |
| Potassium | 4526 mg | 96% | |
*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.
