Easy Caramelized Pork Loin
Easy Caramelized Pork Loin
Print recipe| Serves | 4 |
| Prep time | 10 minutes |
| Cook time | 10 minutes |
| Total time | 20 minutes |
| Allergy | Soy |
| Dietary | Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Paleo, ultra low carb |
| Meal type | Lunch, Main Dish |
| Misc | Serve Hot |
Sweet and sour caramelized pork loin dish. An easy ultra low carb protein dish. Perfect for low carb, ultra low carb, paleo, primal lifestyle.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless pork loin (3 oz each)
- 1oz chopped onion
- 2 sprigs green onion
- 1 tablespoon gluten free tamari soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/2 tablespoon Red Boat Fish Sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Optional
- 1/2 teaspoon powdered stevia
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Mix all the dry ingredients (powdered ginger, cinnamon, white pepper and powdered stevia (if using)) in a bowl. Mix all the wet ingredients (soy sauce, fish sauce, lemon juice) in another bowl. Combine both ingredients to marinate the pork loins for about 15-20 minutes | |
| Step 2 | |
| Slice the green onion lengthwise - separate the white and green part. | |
| Step 3 | |
| Chop the onion into small bite size- set aside | |
| Step 4 | |
| Heat skillet with 1-2 tsp coconut oil in medium high heat. Pan fry the pork loin. Let sit for about 3 minutes for each side. | |
| Step 5 | |
| Mix in the chopped onion and the white parts of green onions. Cover, turn the heat to medium. Let it cook for about 5 minutes. | |
| Step 6 | |
| Open the lid and turn up the heat back to medium high. Cook until the sauce is reduced to your liking. | |
| Step 7 | |
| Remove from heat, set on a plate. Garnish with the remaining green onions. Enjoy! | |
Note
Macros per serving:
Fat: 2gr
Protein: 20gr
Net Carb: 1gr
Since this dish is relatively low in fat, feel free to top it off with extra bacon or butter!
