Low Carb Pork Recipes

As a food writer, I am always on the lookout for delicious and healthy recipes that are easy to make. Pork is an excellent source of protein, and when cooked right, it can be a low-carb and healthy option. In this article, I will share some of my favorite low-carb pork recipes that are sure to satisfy your cravings while keeping you on track with your diet.

• Pork Chops with Garlic Butter Sauce
• Crispy Pork Belly
• Pork Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce
• Spicy Pork Stir-Fry
• Pork Carnitas

Pork Chops with Garlic Butter Sauce

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Recipe Category: Main Dish
• Recipe Cuisine: American
• Aggregate Rating: 4.5/5

Ingredients:

• 4 bone-in pork chops
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Instructions:

1. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.
3. Remove the pork chops from the pan and set aside.
4. Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
5. Add the butter and chicken broth to the pan and stir until the butter is melted and the sauce is heated through.
6. Return the pork chops to the pan and spoon the garlic butter sauce over them.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.

Crispy Pork Belly

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
• Recipe Category: Appetizer
• Recipe Cuisine: Asian
• Aggregate Rating: 4.8/5

Ingredients:

• 1 pound pork belly, skin-on
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Score the skin of the pork belly with a sharp knife, making sure not to cut into the meat.
3. Rub the pork belly with vegetable oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
4. Place the pork belly on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
5. Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the meat is cooked through.
6. Let the pork belly cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Pork Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Recipe Category: Main Dish
• Recipe Cuisine: Italian
• Aggregate Rating: 4.7/5

Ingredients:

• 1 pound pork tenderloin
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Season the pork tenderloin with salt and pepper on all sides.
2. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the pork tenderloin and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.
3. Remove the pork tenderloin from the pan and set aside.
4. Add the garlic and mushrooms to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the mushrooms are browned and tender.
5. Add the chicken broth and heavy cream to the pan and bring to a simmer.
6. Add the thyme and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Return the pork tenderloin to the pan and spoon the mushroom sauce over it.
8. Garnish with fresh thyme and serve.

Spicy Pork Stir-Fry

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Recipe Category: Main Dish
• Recipe Cuisine: Asian
• Aggregate Rating: 4.6/5

Ingredients:

• 1 pound pork loin, sliced into thin strips