Paleo Thai Basil Pork
Savor the irresistible flavors of Paleo Thai Basil Pork, a quick and healthy spin on a beloved Thai classic! Packed with bold ingredients like coconut aminos, fish sauce, fresh Thai basil leaves, and a hint of sweetness from honey, this recipe delivers mouthwatering umami without sacrificing dietary preferences. Succulent ground pork is perfectly seasoned and paired with fragrant garlic, spicy chilies, and tender yellow onion, then served atop a bed of zucchini noodles (zoodles) for a light, grain-free base. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a comforting yet paleo-friendly meal. Impress your taste buds and enjoy hearty, flavorful dining that’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and keto-friendly!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 whole red chili or Thai bird’s eye chili
- 0.5 whole yellow onion
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 4 cups zucchini noodles (zoodles)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the coconut aminos, fish sauce, and honey. Stir to mix thoroughly and set aside.
Mince the garlic cloves and slice the chili peppers thinly. Dice the yellow onion into small pieces.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the avocado oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic, sliced chilies, and diced onion to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
Add the ground pork to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon or spatula as it cooks. Continue cooking until the pork is browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Pour the prepared sauce (coconut aminos, fish sauce, and honey mixture) into the skillet and stir to coat the pork evenly. Allow the mixture to cook for another 2 minutes to blend the flavors.
Turn off the heat and fold in the fresh Thai basil leaves, stirring until they wilt slightly from the residual heat.
Serve the Paleo Thai Basil Pork over a bed of zucchini noodles (zoodles) for a light, grain-free base.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1871 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.4 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.1 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 2391 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 134.5 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 682 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 29.3 mg | 163% | |
| Potassium | 2260 mg | 48% | |
*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.
