Keto Char Siu Pork with Jicama 'Rice'
Sweet and savory Char Siu Pork, marinated in a sugar-free sauce and served with finely diced jicama to mimic the texture of rice. A perfect keto-friendly Chinese lunch.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Pork shoulder
- 2 medium Jicama
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
- 0.25 cup Swerve (or erythritol)
- 2 tsp Chinese five-spice powder
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Ginger
- few drops drops Red food coloring (optional)
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
Instructions
- 1Cut the pork shoulder into long strips, about 1-inch thick.
- 2In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, Swerve, Chinese five-spice powder, garlic, ginger, red food coloring (if using), and sesame oil.
- 3Marinate the pork strips in the sauce for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
- 4Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 5Place the marinated pork on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 6Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the pork is cooked through and slightly caramelized.
- 7While the pork is baking, peel the jicama and dice it into small pieces, resembling rice.
- 8Serve the Char Siu Pork sliced, over the jicama 'rice'.
Substitutions
Sugar (sweetener) → Swerve (or erythritol)
Rice → Jicama
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This content is AI-generated by Safe Plated and is not medical advice. AI can make errors and may miss allergens or cross-contamination risks. Always read physical ingredient labels and verify allergen safety independently before preparing or consuming any food. Consult your allergist for guidance specific to your situation.
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