Low-Carb Pad Krapow Inspired Pork & Cabbage Stir-fry

A fiery and aromatic Thai stir-fry featuring savory ground pork, crisp cabbage, and vibrant bell peppers, all infused with chili, garlic, and fresh basil, creating a satisfying low-carb take on a classic.

• Prep: 15 min
• Cook: 15 min
• Total: 30 min
• Servings: 2
• Cuisine: Thai
• Difficulty: Easy

Dietary

• Dairy-Free
• Nut-Free
• Low-Carb
• High-Protein
• Low-Sugar

Tags

• stir-fry
• quick
• spicy
• savory
• fresh
• healthy

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound ground pork
• 3 clove garlic (minced)
• 2 red chilies (thinly sliced (remove seeds for less heat))
• 4 cup green cabbage (thinly sliced)
• 1 red bell pepper (medium, thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon erythritol
• 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves (packed)
• 2 eggs (large)
• 2 tablespoon fresh lime juice (for serving)

Instructions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat and push the pork to one side of the skillet.
2. Add the minced garlic and red chilies to the empty side of the skillet. Sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant, then mix into the pork.
3. Add the thinly sliced green cabbage and red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, until the cabbage is slightly wilted but still has a bite.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, low-sodium soy sauce, and erythritol. Pour the sauce over the pork and vegetables, tossing to coat everything evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the packed fresh Thai basil leaves until just wilted.
6. In a separate small non-stick pan, fry 2 large eggs to your preference (e.g., sunny-side up) using a minimal amount of oil, cooking them until the whites are set and yolks are runny. Alternatively, cook them directly in the empty space of the main skillet if it's large enough.
7. Divide the low-carb Pad Krapow inspired pork and cabbage stir-fry between two plates. Top each serving with a fried egg. Drizzle with fresh lime juice for serving.

Notes

Using cabbage and bell peppers instead of traditional rice or noodles makes this a hearty, low-carb meal. Adjust the chili quantity to your preferred spice level.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 680
• Protein: 57.5 g
• Carbohydrates: 16 g
• Fat: 42 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sodium: 1450 mg
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Cholesterol: 380 mg