"Thai Peanut Pork" [fri]- (Medium/high spice)
Thai Peanut Pork with rice noodles is a classic quick-weeknight meal featuring thinly sliced pork tossed in a creamy, savoury peanut sauce over tender rice noodles. with stir-fried vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and snap peas, garnished with crushed peanuts and fresh cilantro for added texture and brightness.
Calories: Generally ranges between 520 and 870 kcal for a full meal.
Protein: High, typically providing 20g to 46g per serving.
Carbohydrates: Usually high (40g to 109g), as rice noodles are the primary base.
Fats: Significant (13g to 52g), largely coming from the peanuts, peanut butter, and the fat content of the pork.
Key Ingredients & Health Impact
Rice Noodles: Naturally gluten-free and lower in fat than traditional pasta, but they have a high glycemic index, which can impact blood sugar.
Peanut Sauce: A major source of "healthy" monounsaturated fats and protein, but also where most of the calories and sugar (from honey or brown sugar) reside.
Pork: Provides essential B-vitamins and high-quality protein. Using lean cuts like pork tenderloin can significantly reduce the overall fat and calorie count compared to ground pork.
SKU: FRIm
